Diode

Quick meaning: Diode is a noun meaning (electronics) An electronic device that allows current to flow in one direction only; used chiefly as a rectifier.

Meaning

(electronics) An electronic device that allows current to flow in one direction only; used chiefly as a rectifier.

Example Sentences

I propose to give the name diode to a tube with two electrodes.

In this circuit when the diode is forward biased, the voltage across the diode remains fairly close to the diode's barrier potential.

If a crystal or a diode is used, the amplifier-voltmeter combination may be used with an amplitude-modulated source; or with a c-w source, the detector may be connected to a microammeter or galvanometer as an indicating device.

Word Forms

• diodes

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include pentode, led, radium, pumped, rectifier, photodiode.

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