stabilizer
noun
sta·bi·liz·er
ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər 
plural stabilizers
: one that stabilizes something: such as
a
: a substance added to another substance (such as an explosive or plastic) or to a system (such as an emulsion) to prevent or delay an unwanted alteration of physical state
b
: a gyroscope device to keep ships steady in a heavy sea
c
: an airfoil providing stability for an airplane
specifically
: the fixed horizontal member of the tail assembly see airplane illustration
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She is also equipped with zero-speed stabilizers that ensure comfort and stability at sea and anchor.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
These stabilizers use sensors to adjust the angle of the fins to create hydrodynamic lift and counteract wave movement, reducing the feeling of rocking for those onboard.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
This film works as a passive stabilizer.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 June 2026
There are topical treatments that are antihistamines, mast cell stabilizers or a combination of both.
—Neelam Patadia, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
These stabilizers use sensors to adjust the angle of the fins to create hydrodynamic lift and counteract wave movement, reducing the feeling of rocking for those onboard.
—Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
This film works as a passive stabilizer.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 June 2026
There are topical treatments that are antihistamines, mast cell stabilizers or a combination of both.
—Neelam Patadia, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for stabilizer
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“Stabilizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stabilizer. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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stabilizer
noun
sta·bi·liz·er
ˈstā-bə-ˌlī-zər
: one (as a chemical or a device) that stabilizes something
especially
: a fixed surface for stabilizing the motion of an airplane
Medical Definition
stabilizer
noun
sta·bi·liz·er
variants
also British stabiliser
: one that stabilizes something
especially
: a substance added to another substance or to a system (as an emulsion) to prevent or retard an unwanted alteration of physical state
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