conductor

con-duc-tor · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person who directs an orchestra or choir.

  2. 2.

    A person who collects fares on a bus or train.

  3. 3.

    A material that transmits heat, electricity, or sound.

Forms

plural: conductors

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    train conductor — person who manages a train
  • •
    lightning conductor — a rod that protects buildings from lightning
  • •
    orchestra conductor — director of a musical ensemble

Related words

Antonyms: insulator
See also: conduct, insulator, maestro
Synonyms: director, guide, maestro

Etymology

From Latin "conductor" meaning one who leads or hires, agent noun from "conducere" (to lead together), from "con-" (together) and "ducere" (to lead).