immobilizer

/ɪˈməʊbəlaɪzə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · /ɪˈməʊbəlaɪzər/ (ame, ipa)

immobilizer — noun

  • immobilizersingular
  • immobilizersplural

1. an electronic vehicle security system that keeps the engine from starting unless

1.名詞C1
釋義

an electronic vehicle security system that keeps the engine from starting unless the right key or code is used

例句

After two thefts, Sana had an immobilizer installed in her van.

have an immobilizer installed in a vehicle

The old car would not start because the immobilizer blocked the engine.

shows the system preventing the engine from starting

同義詞
  • anti-theft system

    broader term that can also include alarms, trackers, and other protections

  • security device

    general term for protective equipment, not only for cars

  • kill switch

    usually refers to a specific switch that cuts power, rather than the whole built-in system

文法句型

install an immobilizer in [vehicle]

immobilizer + prevents + engine from starting

用法筆記

Usually refers to the built-in system that stops a vehicle from starting, not a visible lock on the wheel or door. In everyday use it often appears with install, disable, bypass, or replace.

常見錯誤

❌The alarm stopped the stolen car from starting.
✅The immobilizer stopped the stolen car from starting.
💡an alarm warns people with sound, but an immobilizer prevents the engine from running.