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 Definitions of effector  [ɪˈfɛk tər]  

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Definition of 'effector' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) effector
an organ, cell, etc., that reacts to a nerve impulse, as a muscle by contracting or a gland by secreting.

2.  effector
the part of a nerve that conveys such an impulse.

Etymology:  (1595–1605; < L)

Definition of 'effector' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) effecter, effector
one who brings about a result or event; one who accomplishes a purpose

2. (noun) effector
a nerve fiber that terminates on a muscle or gland and stimulates contraction or secretion

3. (noun) effector
an organ (a gland or muscle) that becomes active in response to nerve impulses


Definition of 'effector' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) effector
an effecter



'effector' - Nearby Entries  

effectively  effectiveness  effectivity  effector  effects  effectual  effectuality  



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