actuators

noun

plural of actuator
as in levers

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  1. knobs
  2. buttons
  3. switches
  4. keys
  5. controllers
Noun
  • All the mixes and all the pans and everything were all people operating the things, the pots, the knobs and things.
    — Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Even the most outdated cabinets can be given a makeover by replacing the cabinet hardware—think swapping out those white enamel knobs for bars with a matte black finish, for example.
    — Barbara Bellesi Zito, The Spruce, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of knobs
Noun
  • The volume buttons are near the top, and the AI button is right next to them.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026
  • These buttons require the press of a button to start cooking or heating something quickly.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
Definition of buttons
Noun
  • At least this distracting arrangement is countered by physical switches, such as the manettino dial and various secondary controls.
    — Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The discounts apply to high-speed internet service as well as Wi-Fi access points, routers and switches.
    — Linda Jacobson, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of switches
Noun
  • Norvell seemingly embraced a CEO role, handing the keys of the offense to Malzahn.
    — Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
  • My water view room, one of 154 keys, was compact—240 square feet.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of keys
Noun
  • Everything in the system—the derailleur, the controllers, and the motor—takes power from a single removable battery.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Although flight controllers managed to slow Link’s tumble, issues continued to plague its pointing and positioning in orbit.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of controllers
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“Actuators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuators. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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