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sensor

/ˈsɛnsər/ noun · British & US
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What does sensor mean?

noun

A device that detects or measures a physical parameter, such as temperature, pressure, or light, and converts it into a signal that can be read by an electronic device.

Example

"The sensor in the thermostat detected the change in temperature and adjusted the heating system accordingly."

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