Locator
noun
Something that helps find the exact position of something else.
The GPS locator helped them find their way in the forest.
Often appears as...
- gps locator
- store locator
noun
In computing, a piece of information used to identify a data resource.
In the web address, 'http://' is the locator for the information.
Often appears as...
- uniform resource locator
- url locator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
In dentistry, a part used in a prosthetic dental device to connect the device to the patient's jaw.
The dentist used a locator to fit the patient's new dentures on the abutment teeth.
Often appears as...
- dental locator
- implant locator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
Something that helps find the exact position of something else.
The GPS locator helped them find their way in the forest.
Often appears as...
- gps locator
- store locator
noun
In computing, a piece of information used to identify a data resource.
In the web address, 'http://' is the locator for the information.
Often appears as...
- uniform resource locator
- url locator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
In dentistry, a part used in a prosthetic dental device to connect the device to the patient's jaw.
The dentist used a locator to fit the patient's new dentures on the abutment teeth.
Often appears as...
- dental locator
- implant locator
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Navigation Aid
A locator often refers to tools used for finding directions or positions, like in GPS systems.
Turn on your phone's GPS locator to track the hiking trail.
Pro Tip 2/3Search Assistance
The term can imply assistance in locating items or places, such as in a large store.
Use the store locator on the website to find the nearest outlet.
Pro Tip 3/3Emergency Signal
Locator beacons are important in emergencies to signal your location to rescuers.
After the shipwreck, the locator beacon guided rescue teams.
Pro Tip 1/3Navigation Aid
A locator often refers to tools used for finding directions or positions, like in GPS systems.
Turn on your phone's GPS locator to track the hiking trail.
Pro Tip 2/3Search Assistance
The term can imply assistance in locating items or places, such as in a large store.
Use the store locator on the website to find the nearest outlet.
Pro Tip 3/3Emergency Signal
Locator beacons are important in emergencies to signal your location to rescuers.
After the shipwreck, the locator beacon guided rescue teams.
Pro Tip 1/3Navigation Aid
A locator often refers to tools used for finding directions or positions, like in GPS systems.
Turn on your phone's GPS locator to track the hiking trail.
Pro Tip 2/3Search Assistance
The term can imply assistance in locating items or places, such as in a large store.
Use the store locator on the website to find the nearest outlet.
Pro Tip 3/3Emergency Signal
Locator beacons are important in emergencies to signal your location to rescuers.
After the shipwreck, the locator beacon guided rescue teams.
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Flying Into Hurricanes PIPE...
inside these cylinders a GPS locator measures winds another sensor tracks heat and most importantly a barometer records air pressure
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Flying Into Hurricanes PIPE...
inside these cylinders a GPS locator measures winds another sensor tracks heat and most importantly a barometer records air pressure
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Quote examples
Madhura Naik
Indian Model
Technology has spoiled me and I'm so dependent on it that I do not even remember my mother's mobile number! And I used my phone not just for the calls but all my selfies and notes and reminders and as a GPS locator as I'm a frequent traveller.
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Edward Zwick
American Director
The phone that you carry around with you. It's not just that it's a locator for anybody who wants to actually find out where you are, but it's also a leash. It's a reminder just how tethered you are.
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Scott McNealy
American Businessman
If I could embed a locator chip in my child right now, I know I would do that. Some people call that Big Brother; I call it being a father.
Quote examples
Madhura Naik
Indian Model
Technology has spoiled me and I'm so dependent on it that I do not even remember my mother's mobile number! And I used my phone not just for the calls but all my selfies and notes and reminders and as a GPS locator as I'm a frequent traveller.
Quote examples
Edward Zwick
American Director
The phone that you carry around with you. It's not just that it's a locator for anybody who wants to actually find out where you are, but it's also a leash. It's a reminder just how tethered you are.
Quote examples
Scott McNealy
American Businessman
If I could embed a locator chip in my child right now, I know I would do that. Some people call that Big Brother; I call it being a father.
Example 1 of 3
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