noun
Uncommon
Transformer
trans-FAW-muh
Transformer (noun) means (electrical engineering) A device that changes the voltage of an alternating electric current. Example: “The transformer on the pole steps down voltage for the houses nearby.”
noun
1
(electrical engineering) A device that changes the voltage of an alternating electric current.
"The transformer on the pole steps down voltage for the houses nearby."
2
A toy or fictional robot that can change shape between a humanoid form and another form, such as a vehicle.
"Her son collects Transformer action figures."
How to use Transformer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly, an electrical device that adjusts voltage; also refers to the shape-shifting robots from the toy and film franchise.
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Etymology
From "transformer" — literally "something that transforms."
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What does “Transformer” mean?
The word “Transformer” means (electrical engineering) A device that changes the voltage of an alternating electric current. In plain terms, most commonly, an electrical device that adjusts voltage; also refers to the shape-shifting robots from the toy and film franchise.
How do you pronounce “Transformer”?
“Transformer” is pronounced trans-FAW-muh (/tɹænsˈfɔɹmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Transformer” in a sentence?
Here is “Transformer” used in a sentence: “The transformer on the pole steps down voltage for the houses nearby.”
What part of speech is “Transformer”?
“Transformer” is a noun.
Is “Transformer” a common word?
“Transformer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Transformer” have?
“Transformer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (electrical engineering) A device that changes the voltage of an alternating electric current.
