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communicator

 

[ kəˈmjuːnɪˌkeɪtər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

electronic device

A person who is able to communicate in multiple languages or using different forms of communication.

Synonyms

orator, speaker, talker

Examples of usage

  • She is a skilled communicator who can easily connect with people from different cultures.
  • The diplomat was known as a great communicator, able to negotiate effectively with foreign leaders.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

A device or system that enables communication between individuals or groups, such as a smartphone or computer.

Synonyms

device, gadget, tool

Examples of usage

  • The new communicator model allows for real-time video calls and messaging.
  • The communicator app has revolutionized the way we stay connected with others.
Context #3 | Noun

Star Trek

A fictional handheld communication device used in the Star Trek series to communicate over long distances.

Synonyms

Star Trek device, tricorder

Examples of usage

  • Captain Kirk used his communicator to contact the Enterprise from the surface of alien planets.
  • The crew members always carried their communicators for instant communication during missions.

Translations

Translations of the word "communicator" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comunicador

🇮🇳 संचारक (sanchārak)

🇩🇪 Kommunikator

🇮🇩 komunikator

🇺🇦 комунікатор

🇵🇱 komunikator

🇯🇵 コミュニケーター (komyunikeitā)

🇫🇷 communicateur

🇪🇸 comunicador

🇹🇷 iletişimci

🇰🇷 커뮤니케이터 (keomyunikeiteo)

🇸🇦 مُتَصِل (mutaṣil)

🇨🇿 komunikátor

🇸🇰 komunikátor

🇨🇳 沟通者 (gōutōng zhě)

🇸🇮 komunikator

🇮🇸 samskiptaaðili

🇰🇿 байланысушы (baylanuşşı)

🇬🇪 კომუნიკატორი (komunikatori)

🇦🇿 kommunikator

🇲🇽 comunicador

Etymology

The word 'communicator' originated from the Latin word 'communicare', which means 'to share'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-16th century. Over time, the term evolved to represent both individuals skilled in communication and devices that facilitate communication. In popular culture, the term gained particular recognition through its association with the Star Trek series, where the communicator device became an iconic symbol of futuristic communication technology.

See also: communicable, communicated, communicating, communication, communicative, miscommunication, telecommunication, telecommunications, uncommunicative, uncommunicatively.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,372, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.