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 cozy farming simulator’s color visuals looked excellent, without a single performance hitch. —Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025

Residents of 15 Hudson Yards enjoy over 40,000 square feet of amenities, including a full-floor spa, aquatics center, fitness facilities, wine storage, a golf simulator lounge, private dining suites, and the Skytop rooftop oasis that sits nearly 1,000 feet in the air. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025

There will also be common areas for residents, including a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, golf simulator and other amenities. —Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025

Performance gains and easy deployment The team used the Gazebo simulator to test this model, which modeled a logistics center. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2025

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