regulatorKK [ˈrɛgjəˌletɚ] ｜ /ˈrɛgjəˌleɪtɚ/
GEPT 中高級
C1noun
a device or control that regulates or controls the flow, pressure, or temperature of a fluid or gas.
The propane grill had a regulator to control and maintain the flow of gas to the burners.
（流量或壓力）調節器；調節閥
C1noun
a device or control that maintains a constant speed in a machine by regulating the supply of fuel or power.
The car’s engine uses a regulator to control the fuel and airflow into the engine, which maintains a constant speed while driving.
（速度）調速器；穩速裝置
C1noun
a person or organization that supervises or controls a particular activity or industry on behalf of the government.
The Environmental Protection Agency acts as a regulator of the energy industry to ensure compliance with environmental standards.