stator

noun

The stationary part of a motor, dynamo, turbine, or other working machine about which a rotor turns.

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The stationary element of an electric machine, more particularly of an induction-motor.

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An immovable element of a machine which is also its armature.

noun

The stationary member of an electrical machine, as of an induction motor.

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The case inclosing a turbine wheel; the body of stationary blades or nozzles.

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The stationary part of a motor or other machine.

noun

mechanical device consisting of the stationary part of a motor or generator in or around which the rotor revolves