accelerator
Translation
accelerator, gas pedal
Examples
He pressed the accelerator to the floor.
He pressed the accelerator to the floor.
A catalyst can act as an accelerator in a reaction.
A catalyst can act as an accelerator in a reaction.
Grammar Patterns
the accelerator (in a vehicle) He pressed the accelerator.
an accelerator for ((sth.)) (a substance or process) This program is an accelerator for startups.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gas pedal, throttle
Etymology
From the verb 'accelerate' plus the agent suffix '-or'. Something that accelerates.
Memory Tips
The thing you use 'to accelerate' is the 'accelerator'.