regulator

• Nom désignant un dispositif ou mécanisme qui contrôle ou maintient une certaine condition, comme la pression, la température ou la vitesse, ou encore un organisme officiel qui contrôle et fait respecter des règles dans un domaine donné.

A noun referring to a device or mechanism that controls or maintains a specific condition, such as pressure, temperature, or speed, or an official body that oversees and enforces rules in a particular sector.

1. Device for controlling flow or pressureB2formaltechnical

   A device that automatically controls or maintains a desired level of fluid flow, pressure, temperature, or other variable.

   Régulateur de débit ou de pression

   • The gas regulator ensures a steady flow to the stove.
   • A pressure regulator is essential for safe scuba diving.
   • The temperature regulator in the oven keeps the heat constant.

   Synonymescontrollergovernorvalve

2. Official supervisorB2formal

   An official or agency responsible for controlling and supervising a specific activity or area of public interest.

   Autorité de régulation

   • The financial regulator imposed new rules on banks.
   • The regulator approved the merger between the two companies.
   • The energy regulator sets the maximum price for electricity.

   Synonymesagencyauthorityboardcommissioncontrolleroverseersuperintendentwatchdog

3. Speed control mechanismC1formaltechnical

   A mechanism that maintains a constant speed in a machine, such as an engine, by regulating the supply of fuel or power.

   régulateur de vitesse

   • The engine's regulator keeps the RPM steady under load.
   • A centrifugal regulator was used in early steam engines.
   • The fuel regulator prevents the engine from overspeeding.

   Synonymesgovernor