Phaser
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfeɪzɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phaser is a noun meaning (music) An electronic device that produces special effects on the sound produced by an electric guitar etc.
Meaning
(music) An electronic device that produces special effects on the sound produced by an electric guitar etc.
More Meanings
- (science fiction) Fictional energy weapon, with multiple settings for degree of intensity, from the television series Star Trek (1966–69).
- A phase modulator
- (science fiction, transitive) To shoot with a phaser weapon.
- Alternative form of PHASR.
Example Sentences
I said, "Set phasers on be-a-bastard."
Captain James Kirk: "Set your phaser on one quarter. I'll leave mine on stun."
His oddly reserved nature stands out [...]. Whyte sets his phaser on stun, not kill.
A Bajoran rushed past with an armful of phaser rifles, another with a box of hand phasers.
Word Forms
- phasers
- phasering
- phasered
Synonyms for phaser
Depending on context, synonyms include phase.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include geophone, pickup, patch, panharmonicon, pinger, beatbox.
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