alternator
noun/ˈɔltərˌneɪtər/
Frequency rank: #15,233 most common English word
Meaning
A generator that produces alternating current, used in vehicles to charge the battery and power electrical systems.
Example sentence
The mechanic told me that the alternator in my car had failed and needed to be replaced immediately.
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