Transistor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /tɹænˈzɪs.tɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Transistor is a noun meaning (semiconductors) A solid-state semiconductor device, with three terminals, which can be used for amplification, switching, voltage stabilization, signal modulation, and many other functions.
Meaning
(semiconductors) A solid-state semiconductor device, with three terminals, which can be used for amplification, switching, voltage stabilization, signal modulation, and many other functions.
More Meanings
- (dated, informal, metonymic) A transistor radio.
Example Sentences
Turn your transistor on and let the music play
Switches and transistors control the flow of electricity like valves and faucets control water. Resistors limit the flow of electricity. […] Light is transmitted from the color LED, through the fiber optic cable, to control the NPN transistor (Q2) and red LED (D1).
Word Forms
- transistors
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include semiconductor, insulated, unit, fet, amplifier, switch.
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