conductor
US /kənˈdʌk.tɚ/
UK /kənˈdʌk.tɚ/
1.
a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
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The conductor raised his baton, and the orchestra began to play.
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She dreams of becoming a famous orchestra conductor.
2.
a material or device that conducts heat, electricity, or sound
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Copper is an excellent conductor of electricity.
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Glass is a poor conductor of heat.
3.
a person who collects fares on a public conveyance
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The bus conductor announced the next stop.
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He worked as a tram conductor for many years.