stimulator

[stim-yuh-layt-er] / ˈstɪm yəˌleɪt ər /

NOUN

stimulus

Synonyms

WEAK

bang boost catalyst cause charge encouragement eye-opener fillip fireworks flash goad impetus impulse incentive incitation incitement inducement instigation invitation kick motivation motive piquing prod propellant push shot in the arm spur stimulant stimulation sting turnon urging

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If these signals can be detected and interpreted, they could be sent to a spinal cord stimulator that activates the nerves responsible for movement in that limb.

From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2026

The stimulator sits on the lumbar region of the spinal cord, which sends messages to the leg muscles.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2023

The device, known as TENS, for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator, became a standard medical tool.

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2023

“Two fake knees, a spinal cord stimulator, 25 surgeries,” he began, as if reciting a box score.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 30, 2023

Intellectually, spiritually, and socially he was the most brilliant leader and stimulator of artists we have ever seen in England.

From Frederic Lord Leighton An Illustrated Record of His Life and Work by Rhys, Ernest

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