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regulator
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any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc.
Other meanings
2. noun
an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest
3. noun
a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel)
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