ACCELERATOR - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

a pedal that controls the throttle valve

Example: he stepped on the gas

Categories: Pedal, Treadle, Foot pedal, Foot lever

Part of speech: Noun

a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine

Categories: Valve

Part of speech: Noun

a scientific instrument that increases the kinetic energy of charged particles

Categories: Scientific instrument

Atom smasher, Gas, Throttle, Accelerator pedal, Accelerator

accelerate – A related word in the same word family.

or – A related word in the same word family.

Shakespeare alone introduced over 1,700 new words to English—many we still use today!