semiconductor
noun/ˌsɛmikənˈdʌktər/
Frequency rank: #7,424 most common English word
Meaning
A material whose electrical conductivity is between that of a conductor and an insulator, used in electronic devices.
Example sentence
Silicon is the most widely used material in semiconductor manufacturing.
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