Oscilloscope
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈsɪl.ɪ.skəʊp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Oscilloscope is a noun meaning An electronic measuring instrument that creates a visible two-dimensional graph, on a screen, of one or more continuously varying voltages or currents.
Meaning
An electronic measuring instrument that creates a visible two-dimensional graph, on a screen, of one or more continuously varying voltages or currents.
Example Sentences
If two waveforms have no phase no phase or frequency relationship, there is seldom reason to observe both waveforms simultaneously. However, these oscilloscopes do permit the simultaneous viewing of two such unrelated waveforms, using alternate triggering. […] If the fuse blows, the “ON” indicator will not light and the oscilloscope will not operate.
Word Forms
- oscilloscopes
Synonyms for oscilloscope
Depending on context, synonyms include oscillograph, scope, cro.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scope, cro, oscillograph, oscilloscopy, o-scope, oscillography.
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