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Regulator 1Definition: One who, or that which, regulates.
Regulator 2Definition: A contrivance for regulating and controlling motion, as: (a) The lever or index in a watch, which controls the effective length of the hairspring, and thus regulates the vibrations of the balance. (b) The governor of a steam engine. (c) A valve for controlling the admission of steam to the steam chest, in a locomotive. Regulator 3Definition: A clock, or other timepiece, used as a standard of correct time. See Astronomical clock (a), under Clock. Regulator 4Definition: A member of a volunteer committee which, in default of the lawful authority, undertakes to preserve order and prevent crimes; also, sometimes, one of a band organized for the comission of violent crimes. regulator 5Definition: a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) regulator 6Definition: any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. regulator 7Definition: a official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest
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