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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According to the recall report, the axle stabilizer bracket bolts may crack and break, allowing the bracket to detach from the vehicle, which can create a road hazard for other vehicles and increases the risk of a crash.
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James Powel, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The major muscles worked in this exercise include ankle stabilizers like the tibialis anterior and posterior, calves, quadriceps, glutes, and hip flexors.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
Glossy and textured leather make up the majority of the upper and its overlays, with the exception of the TPU heel stabilizer in a complementary hue.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
The yacht is also fitted with two pairs of stabilizers to ensure comfort at sea and at anchor.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
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James Powel, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The major muscles worked in this exercise include ankle stabilizers like the tibialis anterior and posterior, calves, quadriceps, glutes, and hip flexors.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
Glossy and textured leather make up the majority of the upper and its overlays, with the exception of the TPU heel stabilizer in a complementary hue.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
The yacht is also fitted with two pairs of stabilizers to ensure comfort at sea and at anchor.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
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“Stabilizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stabilizer. Accessed 6 Nov. 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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