noun

injector

ihn-JEHKT

Injector (noun) means a device that forces a substance, such as fuel, into something under pressure. Example: “One of the fuel injectors in the engine was clogged.”

noun

A device that forces a substance, such as fuel, into something under pressure.

"One of the fuel injectors in the engine was clogged."

"A grease injector was used to lubricate the machine's joints."

How to use injector

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA device — most commonly in an engine — that forces fuel or another substance into a system.

Common pairings

fuel injector clogged injector diesel injector

Word forms

injectors plural

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Etymology

From inject + -or.

Rhymes for injector

vector hector rector sector ejector Spector director detector defector inspector collector protector

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Frequently asked questions

What does “injector” mean?

The word “injector” means a device that forces a substance, such as fuel, into something under pressure. In plain terms, a device — most commonly in an engine — that forces fuel or another substance into a system.

How do you pronounce “injector”?

“Injector” is pronounced ihn-JEHKT (/ɪnˈd͡ʒɛktɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “injector” in a sentence?

Here is “injector” used in a sentence: “One of the fuel injectors in the engine was clogged.”

What part of speech is “injector”?

“Injector” is a noun.