vibrator

noun

vi·​bra·​tor ˈvī-ˌbrā-tər 

: one that vibrates or causes vibration: such as

a

: a vibrating electrical apparatus used in massage or for sexual stimulation

b

: a vibrating device (as in an electric bell or buzzer)

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vibrator

noun

vi·​bra·​tor ˈvī-ˌbrāt-ər 

: one that vibrates or causes vibration

Medical Definition

vibrator

noun

vi·​bra·​tor ˈvī-ˌbrāt-ər 

: a vibrating electrical apparatus used in massage or for sexual stimulation