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magnetron

Syllabification: (mag·ne·tron)
Pronunciation: /ˈmagnəˌträn/

Definition of magnetron

noun

  • an electron tube for amplifying or generating microwaves, with the flow of electrons controlled by an external magnetic field.

Origin:

early 20th century: from magnetic + -tron from electron

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Definition of magnetron in the British & World English dictionary