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apparatus

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌæpəˈrætəs/ · UK /ˌæpəˈreɪtəs/

apparatus means: A machine or device with several parts, used for a particular purpose.

noun

COMPLEX DEVICEC1

A machine or device with several parts, used for a particular purpose.

  • The diver checked her breathing apparatus.
  • This apparatus measures changes in air pressure.
  • A faulty valve damaged the apparatus.

Similar words: device, instrument, machine

Common phrases: breathing apparatus, diving apparatus, complex apparatus

SET OF EQUIPMENTC1

A set of tools and equipment used for a particular activity.

  • We cleaned the laboratory apparatus.
  • The students arranged their apparatus on the bench.
  • All the apparatus needed for the experiment is provided.

Similar words: equipment, gear

Common phrases: laboratory apparatus, scientific apparatus, experimental apparatus

ORGANIZED SYSTEMC2

An organized system of people, activities, or methods used to achieve a particular aim.

  • The state apparatus controls public services.
  • The party built an extensive campaign apparatus.
  • She wanted to simplify the whole administrative apparatus.

Similar words: machinery, system, organization

Common phrases: state apparatus, political apparatus, administrative apparatus

Questions about apparatus

What does apparatus mean?

A machine or device with several parts, used for a particular purpose.

What is apparatus in other languages?

Türkçe: cihaz · Español: aparato · Français: appareil · Deutsch: Apparat · Italiano: apparecchio · 日本語: 装置

How do you pronounce apparatus?

In American English /ˌæpəˈrætəs/; in British English /ˌæpəˈreɪtəs/.

How do you use apparatus in a sentence?

The diver checked her breathing apparatus. This apparatus measures changes in air pressure.

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