simulator

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-tər How to pronounce simulator (audio)
: one that simulates
especially : a device that enables the operator to reproduce or represent under test conditions phenomena likely to occur in actual performance

Examples of simulator in a Sentence

a flight simulator used by pilots
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The lower level is a destination in its own right, boasting a state-of-the-art golf simulator, home gym with steam bath, movie-ready media room, and a playroom complete with its own kitchenette. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025 Presumably, the car was stripped of its parts and transformed into a simulator for Ford’s unit in London’s Dome — just in time for the trio of Rickard Rydell, Alain Menu, and Anthony Reid, named on the rig’s rear window, to win the last BTCC of the Super Touring era in 2000. Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025 Activities: There’s a 25,000-square-foot wave pool, 1/4-mile Lazy River, FlowRider surf simulator, kids’ structure with tipping bucket, body slides, downhill mat racer, tube slides and four raft rides. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2025 Thus, Ford had Lawson at its facility with his friend and NASCAR Cup Series driver Noah Gragson, showing him around and accompanying him to the simulator. Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for simulator

Word History

Etymology

simulate + -or entry 1

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of simulator was in 1835

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“Simulator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simulator. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

simulator

noun
sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt-ər How to pronounce simulator (audio)
: one that simulates
especially : a device that enables the operator to experience under test conditions events similar to those likely to occur in a real situation

Medical Definition

simulator

noun
sim·​u·​la·​tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt-ər How to pronounce simulator (audio)
: a device that enables the operator to reproduce or represent under test conditions phenomena likely to occur in actual performance
a driving simulator used to study behavior in highway emergencies
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