Definition

A device or instrument used to spread a solution over a surface or to divide a line into equal parts, or a person who indicates or determines graduation.

Example

The graduator was used to evenly distribute the salt solution across the surface.

Conversation

I saw a really cool tool called a graduator online yesterday.

Oh really? What does it do?

It helps you divide lines into smaller, equal parts for drawing or measuring.

That sounds super useful for art projects!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Graduator → It is formed from "gradus" (meaning step or degree) and "-ator" (a suffix indicating a person who performs an action). The word "graduator" refers to a person who has completed a degree or step in their education, typically at a graduation ceremony.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has taken a significant 'step' ('gradus') in their education, and the '-ator' indicates that this person has achieved something important.

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