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conductor

[/kənˈdʌktər/]
nounmasculinepl: conductors
condutor
1. a person who directs an orchestra, choir, or other musical ensemble
The conductor raised his baton to begin the symphony.
O condutor levantou sua batuta para começar a sinfonia.
2. a person who collects fares on a train, bus, or streetcar
The bus conductor checked our tickets.
O condutor do ônibus verificou nossas passagens.
3. a substance or material that allows electricity or heat to pass through it
Copper is an excellent conductor of electricity.
O cobre é um excelente condutor de eletricidade.
4. a person who guides a group, such as a tour conductor
The tour conductor led us through the museum.
O guia turístico nos levou pelo museu.
Synonyms
maestrodirectorguideleader
Antonyms
insulator

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condutor
most common term for all meanings
Brazil - Musical
maestro
often used for orchestra conductor
Portugal
condutor
standard term; also used for driver in transportation context
Portugal - Musical
maestro
used for orchestra conductor

Related Idioms & Phrases

conductor of electricity
conductor of heat
orchestra conductor
tour conductor
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