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

Also at Harborside, the Pool Club has a 450-foot lazy river, water slides, a splash pad, a surf wave simulator, and a pool bar serving drinks and food with both kid- and adult-friendly options on the menu. —Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025

Private event spaces are tucked throughout the building, including a room with a professional golf simulator that allows experienced golfers to hone their craft. —Kansas City Star, 4 Dec. 2025

That’s the genius of this quasi-autobiographical life simulator from Jenny Jiao Hsia and her development partner, AP Thomson. —Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2025

The Athletic's playoff simulator gives the Eagles a 90% chance of still winning the NFC East. —Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 3 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