Thyristor Definition

thīristər
noun
Any of various solid-state, semiconductor devices with three or more pn junctions, used as an electronic switch, rectifier, etc.
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Other Word Forms of Thyristor

Noun

Singular:
thyristor
Plural:
thyristors

Origin of Thyristor

  • Ancient Greek θύρα (thura, “entrance”) + resistor.

    From Wiktionary

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