Discriminator ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Discriminator ( noun )

1. A device that separates different signals or waves, especially in radio or radar systems.
2. A person or thing that recognizes a difference between things or people.
3. A person or thing that makes distinctions or discriminations on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or other factors.

Origin:

From the latin discriminat-, the past participle stem of discriminare ("to separate, distinguis.h")

Examples:

1. The discriminator in the radio receiver separates the desired signal from the unwanted noise.
2. The discriminator circuit in the radar system separates the signal from the clutter.
3. The software is a discriminator that can identify faces in an image.
4. The hiring process is a discriminator that screens out unqualified candidates.
5. The new law aims to prevent discrimination by employers against certain groups of people.

(As a verb)

Discriminator ( verb )

1. A device that separates different signals or waves, especially in radio or radar systems.
2. A person or thing that recognizes a difference between things or people.
3. A person or thing that makes distinctions or discriminations on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or other factors.

Origin:

From the latin discriminat-, the past participle stem of discriminare ("to separate, distinguis.h")

Examples:

1. The discriminator in the radio receiver separates the desired signal from the unwanted noise.
2. The discriminator circuit in the radar system separates the signal from the clutter.
3. The software is a discriminator that can identify faces in an image.
4. The hiring process is a discriminator that screens out unqualified candidates.
5. The new law aims to prevent discrimination by employers against certain groups of people.