seˈlector: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Neutral to formal; common in technical and professional contexts.
Quick answer
What does “seˈlector” mean?
A person or device that chooses or picks something from a group.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A person or device that chooses or picks something from a group.
A mechanism, software component, or individual responsible for making a choice, often in contexts like sports, computing, genetics, or recruitment.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant lexical differences. In sports contexts (especially cricket and rugby), 'selector' is a formal role in the UK/Commonwealth. In US sports, 'scout' or 'member of the selection committee' is more common.
Connotations
UK: Strong association with sports selection panels. US: Slightly more generic, with stronger computing/UI associations.
Frequency
Comparable frequency, but domain distribution differs (more sports in UK, more tech in US general usage).
Grammar
How to Use “seˈlector” in a Sentence
selector of + [noun phrase] (selector of the team)selector for + [noun phrase] (selector for the national squad)selector + [that-clause] (a selector that allows you to choose)Vocabulary
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Meaning in Context
Business
A member of a panel choosing candidates for a job or award.
Academic
In statistics, a variable used to select a subset of data; in biology, a gene or factor that determines trait expression.
Everyday
A part of a machine or interface you use to choose an option (e.g., a washing machine dial).
Technical
In computing, a pattern used to select elements in CSS or XPath; in electronics, a circuit that routes signals.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “seˈlector”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “seˈlector”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “seˈlector”
- Using 'selector' as a verb (incorrect: 'He will selector the team'; correct: 'He will select the team').
- Confusing 'selector' with 'selection' (the process vs. the entity doing the process).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, 'selector' is only a noun. The verb form is 'select'.
A 'selector' is the agent or tool that does the choosing. A 'selection' is the group of things that have been chosen or the act of choosing.
It is a pattern or expression that identifies which elements in a document tree (like HTML) a set of style rules or operations should apply to.
Yes, devices like a mode dial on a camera or a program algorithm that filters data are commonly called selectors.
A person or device that chooses or picks something from a group.
Seˈlector is usually neutral to formal; common in technical and professional contexts. in register.
Seˈlector: in British English it is pronounced /sɪˈlɛktə/, and in American English it is pronounced /səˈlɛktər/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “(no common idioms for this noun)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a SELECTOR as the person who sits at a control panel with many buttons; they SELECT one by pressing the 'OR' button (select-OR).
Conceptual Metaphor
CHOOSING IS FILTERING (a selector filters out the unwanted options).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'selector' LEAST likely to be used?