simulator

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-tər 

: one that simulates

especially : a device that enables the operator to reproduce or represent under test conditions phenomena likely to occur in actual performance

Examples of simulator in a Sentence

a flight simulator used by pilots

Recent Examples on the Web

The simulator has options such as target practice, zombie apocalypse and even real-life self-defense scenarios. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2026

First operational Starlink deployment from Starship According to SpaceX, Flight 13 was the first Starship mission to deploy operational Starlink V3 satellites rather than mass simulators used during earlier test flights. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

The Trackman simulators have games for casual adult golfers and for kids. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

Investment in that sport dwarfs that of many others, although F1 teams, such as Red Bull, have academies supporting young drivers with in-seat time, simulator time, fitness and nutrition. — Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

simulate + -or entry 1

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for simulator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator

Kids Definition

simulator

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt-ər 

: one that simulates

especially : a device that enables the operator to experience under test conditions events similar to those likely to occur in a real situation

Medical Definition

simulator

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt-ər 

: a device that enables the operator to reproduce or represent under test conditions phenomena likely to occur in actual performance

a driving simulator used to study behavior in highway emergencies