transformer
nounmasculine/tɾɐ̃ʃfuɾmɐˈdoɾ/medium
trans·for·ma·dor
Definition
A device that transforms, alters, or converts something, especially an electrical device that changes voltage or current.
The transformer reduces electrical voltage for domestic use.
They installed a new transformer at the power plant.
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Common collocations
electrical transformervoltage transformer
Etymology
De 'transformar' + sufixo '-dor'.