radiator UK /ˈrædɪeɪ̯tə/US /ˈɹej.di(j)ˌej.tɚ/ noun4 •A device that lowers engine coolant temperature by conducting heat to the air, through metal fins.The car overheated because of a broken radiator. •A finned metal fixture that carries hot water or steam in order to heat a room.The radiator kept the apartment warm during winter.Steam hissed from the old iron radiator. •Anything which radiates or emits rays. •A type of antenna. formsradiators