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regulator

1. any of various mechanisms or devices, such as a governor valve, for controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, voltage, etc.

2. a gene the product of which controls the synthesis of a product from another gene

regulator [′reg·yə‚lād·ər]

(control systems)

A device that maintains a desired quantity at a predetermined value or varies it according to a predetermined plan.

(mining engineering)

An opening in a wall or door in the return airway of a district to increase its resistance and reduce the volume of air flowing.

regulator

In a gas supply system, a device for controlling and maintaining a uniform gas supply pressure.

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