Stabilisers Meaning in English
word · lemma: stabiliser
Definition
Stabilisers are small wheels attached to a child’s bicycle to help keep it balanced. The word can also refer to devices or substances that help keep something steady or unchanged in technology or chemistry.
Usage & Nuances
In British English, "stabilisers" commonly refers to children's bike training wheels. In technical and chemical contexts, it's used in both UK and US English to mean a device or additive that prevents change. US English uses "training wheels" instead when talking about bikes.
Example Sentences
Most children use stabilisers when they learn to ride a bike.
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The laboratory added chemical stabilisers to keep the solution safe.
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She removed the stabilisers when she felt more confident riding alone.
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We had to use stabilisers to keep the big equipment from shaking during transport.
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He’s finally riding his bike without stabilisers—big moment!
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Certain foods contain stabilisers to keep their texture smooth and uniform.
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