actuator

noun

Definition of actuatornext
as in lever

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Recent Examples of actuator The robot uses a simplified hardware design, symmetrical limbs and only two actuator types. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 May 2026 The submarine cable-cutting technology relies on an electro-hydrostatic actuator consisting of a hydraulic pump, an electric motor, and a control unit. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 16 Apr. 2026 Basically, the liquid metal droplet simultaneously acts as the motor, piston, and actuator. — New Atlas, 12 June 2026 The company has also collaborated with Stanford University to develop MRI-safe surgical robots made entirely from plastic using its hybrid hydrostatic actuator technology. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for actuator
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuator
  1. lever
  2. knob
  3. button
  4. switch
Noun
  • Then there’s heated handlebars and seats, floorboards, highway pegs, brake and gear-lever pads, heel-shifter, and the King Tour-Pak, like the Street Glide Limited above.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
  • The dollar functions as a silent lever inside most portfolios.
    — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of lever
Noun
  • The lid has a silicone seal around the rim to keep everything fresh, and it’s topped with a glass knob for an elegant finish.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
  • Climate controls are operated via knobs below the center of the dashboard.
    — Sara Lacey, The Drive, 25 June 2026
Definition of knob
Noun
  • Listen to the full interview by clicking on the blue play button above.
    — A Martínez, NPR, 2 July 2026
  • Today, the destination is a popular Midwest getaway known for its wealth of wineries, cute-as-a-button accommodations, bustling downtown, and easy access to the outdoors.
    — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
Definition of button
Noun
  • This is an infuriating bait-and-switch case compounded by a gross disregard for public health and safety.
    — Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
  • Sabrina Carpenter debuted a rare hair switch-up at Dior Haute Couture show.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Definition of switch

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“Actuator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuator. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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