stabilizer

noun

sta·​bi·​liz·​er ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər 

plural stabilizers

: one that stabilizes something: such as

a

: a substance added to another substance (such as an explosive or plastic) or to a system (such as an emulsion) to prevent or delay an unwanted alteration of physical state

b

: a gyroscope device to keep ships steady in a heavy sea

c

: an airfoil providing stability for an airplane

specifically : the fixed horizontal member of the tail assembly see airplane illustration

Examples of stabilizer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The shoes also come with a tongue stabilizer that keeps them from sliding around in everyday wear. — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

At exactly 71 mph, dual vertical rear stabilizers deploy at a 71-degree angle to manage airflow and enhance stability. — New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026

Other onboard details include a Seakeeper NG18 and NG10 gyroscopic stabilizers, a Watchlit collision prevention system, and a X-AID maneuvering aid and virtual anchor system. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 July 2026

Cream of tartar can be found in the baking section of the market and is used as a leavening agent and stabilizer. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing stabilizer

• mood stabilizer

Rhymes for stabilizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• digitizer
• equalizer
• fertilizer
• localizer
• merchandiser

Kids Definition

stabilizer

noun

sta·​bi·​liz·​er ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər 

: one (as a chemical or a device) that stabilizes something

especially : a fixed surface for stabilizing the motion of an airplane

Medical Definition

stabilizer

noun

sta·​bi·​liz·​er

variants also British stabiliser

ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər 

: one that stabilizes something

especially : a substance added to another substance or to a system (as an emulsion) to prevent or retard an unwanted alteration of physical state