
Meaning of STATOR
| Pronunciation: | | 'steytur
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] mechanical device consisting of the stationary part of a motor or generator in or around which the rotor revolves |
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STATOR is a 6 letter word that starts with S. |
| | Synonyms: | | stator coil |
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| | Antonyms: | | rotor, rotor coil | |   |
| | See Also: | | electric motor, generator, mechanical device, turbine | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Sta"tor\, n. (Mach.)
A stationary part in or about which another part (the rotor)
revolves, esp. when both are large; as,
(a) (Elec.) The stationary member of an electrical machine,
as of an induction motor.
(b) (Steam Turbine) The case inclosing a turbine wheel; the
body of stationary blades or nozzles.
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