arrester

[ uh-res-ter ]

noun

1. Also arrestor. a person or thing that arrests.
2. Electricity. lightning arrester.

arrester

/ əˈrɛstə /

noun

1. a person who arrests
2. a thing that stops or checks motion, esp a mechanism of wires for slowing aeroplanes as they land on an aircraft carrier

Word History and Origins

Origin of arrester¹

First recorded in 1400–50, arrester is from the late Middle English word arester. See arrest, -er ¹

Example Sentences

Millions of Ukrainians face the prospect of a winter without heat, and the aid discussion is focusing as much on transformers, circuit breakers and surge arresters as on tanks, artillery and air-defense systems.

From New York Times

Now, with millions of Ukrainians facing the prospect of a winter without heat, discussion is focusing as much on transformers, circuit breakers and surge arresters as on tanks, artillery and air-defense systems.

From New York Times

The chief minister had held a meeting last week and asked state officials to install lightning arresters at all government buildings, including schools and hospitals, The Times of India newspaper reported.

From BBC

Manufacturers now make inexpensive, easy-to-install water hammer arresters where these appliances connect to the water system.

From Washington Post

Subsequent investigation by the project’s lead electrical contractor found that the arresters were not appropriately rated for Metro’s system and should not be used.

From Washington Post