stabilizer

noun sta·bi·liz·er \ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər\

Definition of STABILIZER

: one that stabilizes something: as

a : a substance added to another substance (as an explosive or plastic) or to a system (as an emulsion) to prevent or retard an unwanted alteration of physical state

b : a gyroscope device to keep ships steady in a heavy sea

c : an airfoil providing stability for an airplane; specifically : the fixed horizontal member of the tail assembly — see airplane illustration

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First Known Use of STABILIZER

circa 1909

Rhymes with STABILIZER

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Medical Dictionary

stabilizer

noun sta·bi·liz·er

Medical Definition of STABILIZER

: one that stabilizes something; especially : a substance added to another substance or to a system (as an emulsion) to prevent or retard an unwanted alteration of physical state