Meaning of the word reactor in English

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reactor

US /riˈæk.tɚ/
UK /riˈæk.tɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person or thing that reacts to something

Example:
The chemical reactor was designed to handle extreme temperatures.
He is a quick reactor to unexpected changes.
2.

an apparatus or structure in which a nuclear chain reaction is initiated and controlled, for purposes of energy generation or research

Example:
The nuclear power plant uses a large reactor to generate electricity.
Scientists are conducting experiments in a research reactor.
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