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

It should also be compared against simpler baselines like conventional simulators. — ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026

The bar and restaurant near Oak Park Mall opened June 17, with massive screens, an extensive menu and 10 baseball simulators. — Jenna Thompson july 11, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026

Pilots spend enormous amounts of time in simulators where multiple failures are intentionally layered on top of one another. — Demetri Giannikopoulos, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

The first Five Iron location opened in the Flatiron District with four golf simulators. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 10 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