vibrator
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/ˈvaɪˌbreɪtər/
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/ˈvaɪˌbreɪtə/
device that vibrates
Etymology
Etymology Information
'vibrator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vibrare,' where 'vibrare' meant 'to move to and fro.'
Historical Evolution
'vibrare' transformed into the English word 'vibrate,' and eventually became the modern English word 'vibrator.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move to and fro,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device that vibrates.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device that vibrates, often used for massage or sexual stimulation.
She used a vibrator to relieve muscle tension.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/15 16:36