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
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The yacht is also fitted with two pairs of stabilizers to ensure comfort at sea and at anchor.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
If comfort is your priority, look for newer or refurbished ships with stabilizers, spacious cabins, multiple dining venues, and wellness facilities.
—Ashton Palmer, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
Based on their findings, the writers of this study caution that while the presence of some chemicals such as UV-stabilizers to prevent fading and flame retardants may be known, others can be introduced to textiles unintentionally through fiber processing or contamination.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
The following day, two United Airlines planes collided at Chicago O'Hare International Airport when one plane's wing clipped another plane's rear stabilizer on the tarmac.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
If comfort is your priority, look for newer or refurbished ships with stabilizers, spacious cabins, multiple dining venues, and wellness facilities.
—Ashton Palmer, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
Based on their findings, the writers of this study caution that while the presence of some chemicals such as UV-stabilizers to prevent fading and flame retardants may be known, others can be introduced to textiles unintentionally through fiber processing or contamination.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
The following day, two United Airlines planes collided at Chicago O'Hare International Airport when one plane's wing clipped another plane's rear stabilizer on the tarmac.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stabilizer
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“Stabilizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stabilizer. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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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
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stabilizer
noun
sta·bi·liz·er
variants
also British stabiliser
: 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
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