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localizer

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A person who localizes (adapts a product for use in a particular country or region, or adapts translated text to fit a local culture).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, human-sciences, linguistics, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences, translation-studies

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noun

Meaning 2

The component of an instrument landing system that provides runway centerline guidance to aircraft, but not glideslope information.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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History

Etymology

From localize + -er.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: kotoistaja — person who localizes
  • Finnish: paikallistaja — person who localizes
  • Russian: локализатор (lokalizator) — person who localizes
  • Finnish: suuntalähetin — component of an instrument landing system
  • Turkish: lokalizer — component of an instrument landing system
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