ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mutator

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈmjuteɪtɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mutator is a noun meaning That which causes mutation or change.

Meaning

That which causes mutation or change.

More Meanings

  1. (video games) A setting which alters specific gameplay mechanics, such as rules, physics, or abilities.

Example Sentences

In object-oriented programming, the mutator function changes the value of the field that gives its name.
Rocket League will gain match-modifying mutators […] The football-meets-cars mashup will let you toggle on gameplay-changing settings such as low gravity, time warping and explosions.

Word Forms

Antonyms for mutator

Common opposites include accessor.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include suppressor, modificator, modifier, modulator, mutie, modder.

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