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EQUALIZER
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
A score that makes the match even
Classified under:
Nouns denoting acts or actions
Hypernyms ("equalizer" is a kind of...):
score (the act of scoring in a game or sport)
Derivation:
equalize (compensate; make the score equal)
Sense 2
Meaning:
A weight that balances another weight
Synonyms:
balance; counterbalance; counterpoise; counterweight; equaliser; equalizer
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("equalizer" is a kind of...):
weight (an artifact that is heavy)
Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "equalizer"):
sash weight (a counterweight for a sliding sash)
tare ((chemical analysis) a counterweight used in chemical analysis; consists of an empty container that counterbalances the weight of the container holding chemicals)
Derivation:
equalize (make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion
Synonyms:
equaliser; equalizer
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("equalizer" is a kind of...):
electronic equipment (equipment that involves the controlled conduction of electrons (especially in a gas or vacuum or semiconductor))
