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 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show showcases aerial performances, military vehicles, old school aircraft, flight simulators and more. —Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025

The property features five distinct bars, a four-star restaurant with a menu built around bourbon pairings, a private golf simulator called Bourbon & Bunkers, a pool, and a wellness program designed to keep guests refreshed and ready for their next bourbon tasting. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025

As well as that, spectators can see first-hand the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team's pit garage, vans, racing suits and more, and experience racing simulators. —Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025

United also offers an in-app game called Flight Simulator, modeled after actual pilot training simulators. —Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 15 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