conductor

Definition

• n. the person who leads a musical group
• n. a substance that readily conducts e.g. electricity and heat
• n. the person who collects fares on a public conveyance
• n. a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc.

Word forms

Plural

conductors

Example sentences

1. n.

   The conductor led the orchestra with great passion during the performance.

2. n.

   Copper is a good conductor of electricity, which is why it is often used in wires.