heypolyglot
Italian

generatore

/d͡ʒe.ne.raˈto.re/noun · masculineC1
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Meaning

generator

  • a machine that converts mechanical energy into electricity
  • a software tool or device that produces data or signals

In a sentence

Durante il blackout è entrato in funzione il generatore di emergenza.

During the blackout, the emergency generator kicked in.

L'ospedale dispone di potenti generatori per garantire l'energia elettrica continua.

The hospital has powerful generators to ensure continuous electric power.

Stiamo usando un generatore automatico per creare password sicure.

We are using an automatic generator to create secure passwords.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
generatoremasculine · singular
generatorimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Feminine form 'generatrice' exists, mostly used as an adjective or in technical mathematics.
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