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erector

noun erec·tor \i-ˈrek-tər\

Definition of ERECTOR

:  one that erects; especially :  a muscle that raises or keeps a part erect
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First Known Use of ERECTOR

1538

Rhymes with ERECTOR

bisector, collector, connector, convector, corrector, defector, deflector, detector, director, dissector, effector, ejector, elector, infector, injector, inspector, neglecter, objector, perfecter, projector, prosector, prospector, protector, reflector, selector, trisector

Erector

trademark

Definition of ERECTOR

—used for a metal toy construction set
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erector

noun erec·tor \i-ˈrek-tər\

Medical Definition of ERECTOR

:  a muscle that raises or keeps a part erect—called also arrector

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