deflators

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Noun deflator has 1 sense

deflator - a statistical factor designed to remove the effect of inflation; inflation adjusted variables are in constant dollars
--₁ is a kind of factor

Derived form: verb deflate₃

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Deflators

Sense 1: Noun - Economics

Deflators, in economics, refer to a statistical tool used to measure the changes in prices of goods and services while removing the effects of inflation. They are often used to convert nominal values into real values.

Example sentence: The deflators showed that the nominal GDP growth was higher than the real GDP growth due to inflation.

Sense 2: Noun - Tire Accessories

Deflators, as tire accessories, are small devices used to gradually release air from a vehicle's tires. They are commonly used for off-roading and adjusting tire pressure according to different terrains.

Example sentence: Before tackling the sandy desert trail, make sure to use the deflators to lower the tire pressure for better traction.