Sensor

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈsÉ›n.sÉ™/
• US IPA: /ˈsÉ›n.sÉš/
• Homophones: censer, censor

Origin

Originated 1925–30 from sense + -or.

Full definition of sensor

Noun

1. A device or organ that detects certain external stimuli and responds in a distinctive manner.

Anagrams

• snores