varistor

English

Etymology

Blend of variable + resistor

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /vɛəˈɹɪstə(ɹ)/
  • Rhymes: -ɪstə(ɹ)

Noun

varistor (plural varistors)

  1. (electronics) An electronic component having a variable resistance; used to protect circuits against power surges.

Translations

Romanian

Etymology

Borrowed from French varistor.

Noun

varistor n (plural varistoare)

  1. (electronics) varistor

Declension

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