rotor
1 synonym and 1 antonym for rotor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The rotating part of a motor, generator, or similar machine.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
rotor coil
Antonyms
How to use rotor
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rotor blades
brake rotor
main rotor
Etymology
A shortened form of "rotator," first used in mathematics before being adopted for spinning machine parts.
Full origin of rotor →Frequently asked questions
What does “rotor” mean?
The word “rotor” means the rotating part of a motor, generator, or similar machine. In plain terms, a spinning part of a machine — in everyday use, most often either a helicopter's blades or a car's brake disc.
How do you pronounce “rotor”?
“Rotor” is pronounced ROH-tuh (/ˈɹoʊ.tɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rotor” in a sentence?
Here is “rotor” used in a sentence: “The rotor spins inside the motor's stationary casing.”
What part of speech is “rotor”?
“Rotor” is a noun.
Is “rotor” a common word?
“Rotor” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rotor” have?
“Rotor” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the rotating part of a motor, generator, or similar machine.
