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

Residents have access to the building’s amenities, including a screening room, an arcade and billiards room, a gym with pilates and yoga studios, a squash court, and a golf simulator. —Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2025

Through efforts like the simulator challenge, the Battle Lab identifies airmen with natural talent, thus decreasing the time necessary for training. —Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Dec. 2025

The department is encouraging borrowers to switch plans now and use the loan simulator on the agency’s website to determine their best repayment option. —Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2025

According to The Athletic's playoff simulator, a loss to the Chargers would plummet Kansas City's chances of making the postseason to under one percent. —Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 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