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varistor Definition

va·ris·tor (və ristər)

noun

Electronics a semiconductor resistor whose resistance varies with the voltage applied

Etymology: var(ious) + (res)istor

varistor Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • oxide: MODEM SURGE PROTECTION High quality dedicated fuses and metal oxide varistors protect the modem separately against surge and is grounded to earth.
  • metal: MODEM SURGE PROTECTION High quality dedicated fuses and metal oxide varistors protect the modem separately against surge and is grounded to earth.

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