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generator

[jen-uh-rey-ter] / ˈdʒɛn əˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
engine converting energy
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This week, Mississippi's environmental regulator gave its green light to the gas generators at a site despite fierce local resistance.

From Barron's

This is provided in part by polluting diesel generators, even if most larger aircraft carriers are nuclear powered, an energy source that produces far less emissions than fossil fuels.

From Barron's

Vincorion makes hybrid energy systems, microgrids, emergency power generators, and stabilization systems for military platforms including tanks, and air defense systems such as the U.S.-made Patriot missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal

Their supplies will only last for a month, and the boat's fresh water generators aren't working.

From BBC

In Texas, buyers can negotiate directly with generators, unlike in most other states.

From MarketWatch