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

Examples of stabilizer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Denture tablets contain many of the same ingredients as basic household cleaners and laundry detergents, such as hydrogen peroxide stabilizers. —Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2025

It’s made from waterproof, recyclable materials and has been treated with UV stabilizer to prevent discoloration and fading from sun exposure. —Emily Weaver, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025

Kyle Orland The side of the Switch Joy-Con shown with a stabilizer in place. —ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2025

Instead of treating it as a checkbox exercise, compliance should be seen as a stabilizer that supports growth. —Rasmus Holst, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stabilizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• crystallizer
• digitizer
• equalizer
• fertilizer
• localizer

Kids Definition

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

Medical Definition

stabilizer

noun

sta·​bi·​liz·​er

variants also British stabiliser

ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər 

: 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