1. a device or substance that prevents something from moving, changing, or becoming unstable
2. a chemical substance added to food, medicine, or other products to maintain their consistency or prevent deterioration
3. a fin or surface on an aircraft, ship, or vehicle that helps maintain balance and control
Usage: aviation; nautical

Examples

• The camera’s built-in stabilizer reduces blur in shaky videos.
• Ice cream contains stabilizers to maintain its smooth texture.
• The aircraft’s vertical stabilizer helps keep it flying straight.
• She uses training wheels as stabilizers while learning to ride her bike.
• The ship’s stabilizers reduced rolling motion in rough seas.
• Food manufacturers add stabilizers to prevent separation in salad dressings.
• The photographer attached a stabilizer to get smoother shots while walking.