Definition

The part of a machine that stays still while another part, called the rotor, moves around it.

Example

The stator is essential for the operation of the electric motor.

Conversation

I learned that the stator is a crucial part of an electric motor.

Really? I didn't know that it had such an important role.

Yeah, it's the stationary part around which the rotor spins.

That makes sense! I guess without the stator, the motor wouldn't work properly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stator is derived from the Latin root "stare" (meaning to stand). The suffix "-or" indicates an agent or something that performs an action. Thus, a stator is something that stands or remains stationary, particularly in the context of machinery where it refers to the stationary part of a motor or generator.

Memory Tip

Think of 'standing still' ('stare') to remember that a stator is the part that remains stationary in a machine.

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