Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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governor | Yes | No | No | No |
regulator | Yes | No | No | No |
governor (noun) | regulator (noun) |
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a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) | any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. |
the head of a state government | a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) |
an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest |