Demonstrator: meaning, definitions and examples

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demonstrator

 

[ ˈdemənstreɪtər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

education

A person who shows or explains how something works, operates, or is done, especially in a public place.

Synonyms

educator, instructor, teacher

Examples of usage

  • The chemistry demonstrator conducted an experiment for the students.
  • The biology demonstrator explained the dissection process to the class.
Context #2 | Noun

protest

A person who takes part in a public protest, usually to show opposition or support for a cause.

Synonyms

activist, advocate, protester

Examples of usage

  • The demonstrators marched through the streets demanding justice.
  • The demonstrators held up signs to express their views.
Context #3 | Noun

electronics

A device or component that shows the operation or function of another device or system.

Synonyms

device, instrument, model

Examples of usage

  • The oscilloscope can be used as a waveform demonstrator in the lab.
  • The circuit demonstrator helps students understand electrical circuits.

Translations

Translations of the word "demonstrator" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manifestante

🇮🇳 प्रदर्शनकारी

🇩🇪 Demonstrant

🇮🇩 demonstran

🇺🇦 демонстрант

🇵🇱 demonstrant

🇯🇵 デモ参加者 (demo sanka-sha)

🇫🇷 manifestant

🇪🇸 manifestante

🇹🇷 gösterici

🇰🇷 시위자 (siwija)

🇸🇦 متظاهر

🇨🇿 demonstrant

🇸🇰 demonštrant

🇨🇳 示威者 (shìwēi zhě)

🇸🇮 demonstrant

🇮🇸 mótmælandi

🇰🇿 наразылық білдіруші

🇬🇪 მანიფესტანტი (manipestanti)

🇦🇿 etirazçı

🇲🇽 manifestante

Word origin

The word 'demonstrator' originated from the Latin word 'demonstratus', which means 'to point out' or 'to show'. Initially used in the context of education, the term evolved to also encompass individuals participating in public protests. The modern usage of 'demonstrator' reflects its versatile application in various fields, from academia to activism.

See also: demonstrable, demonstrated, demonstrative, demonstrativeness, undemonstrated.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,989, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.