Limiter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Limiter is a noun meaning That which limits or confines.
Meaning
That which limits or confines.
More Meanings
- (electronics) A circuit that allows signals below a specified input threshold to pass unaffected while attenuating the peaks of stronger signals.
- (historical) A friar who had a license to beg within certain bounds.
Example Sentences
The limiter automatically put on the brakes to keep the machine from going too fast.
Word Forms
- limiters
Synonyms for limiter
Depending on context, synonyms include clipper.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clipper, limitation, constraining, control, overload, discriminator.
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