diode
noun/ˈdaɪoʊd/
Frequency rank: #12,248 most common English word
Meaning
A semiconductor device that allows current to flow in only one direction.
Example sentence
The engineer replaced the faulty diode in the circuit to restore the device's power flow.
Synonyms & related words
- rectifier
- component
- semiconductor
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