transformer

noun

Definition of transformernext
as in converter

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Recent Examples of transformer The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection was called to the scene to help mitigate hazardous materials from a transformer that was damaged, fire officials said. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 2026 This architecture that Google developed in 2017 and published and then presented to, among other places, OpenAI, which took the idea of the transformer and ran with it. — Nilay Patel, The Verge, 26 Oct. 2026 Every transformer on the grid—from the cylinders perched on utility lines to the big spiky devices at substations—trades voltage for current at a fixed ratio. — Alex Pasternack, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026 Some 70% of transmission lines are more than 25 years old, and the average large power transformer has been in service for nearly four decades. — Dr. Sarah Kapnick, semafor.com, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for transformer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transformer
  1. converter
  2. engine
  3. motor
  4. machine
  5. equipment
Noun
  • Other equipment to be added later include a poster printer, large laminator, VHS-to-DVD converter, Cricut mug press and a heat press.
    — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The pocket-size converter and amplifier snaps onto the back of your device via MagSafe magnet, upgrading the audio quality coming out of connected headphones or speakers without downgrading user experience.
    — Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of converter
Noun
  • Skattebo was the engine of the Giants’ offense, totaling 122 yards and two touchdowns against the Washington Commanders.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The tour wrapped up with a visit to the engine room, a jumble of pipes, catwalks and rails that were like a steampunk rendition of Chutes and Ladders.
    — Rachel Nuwer, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of engine
Noun
  • This provides the free electrons to power the EV’s motors and systems during operation.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The human vocal motor cortex comprises subregions that drive movements in discrete parts of the vocal tract, such as the tongue, jaw, and lips.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of motor
Noun
  • Researchers at Colorado State University have developed flexible robots inspired by elephant trunks that can bend, grip objects, and connect with other machines.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
  • The neighboring second room has detergent vending machines, cushy chairs to make waiting for those socks to dry more pleasant, and a pair of tall tables ideal for folding clothes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of machine
Noun
  • Factories can create digital twins of individual machines, production lines, or entire facilities to monitor equipment health, identify bottlenecks, and optimize production schedules.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Extending a grant’s deadline will not pay salaries or maintain equipment.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of equipment

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