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diode

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌɪəʊd/

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Definition of diode

noun

Electronics
  • a semiconductor device with two terminals, typically allowing the flow of current in one direction only.
  • a thermionic valve having two electrodes (an anode and a cathode).

Origin:

early 20th century: from di-1 'two' + a shortened form of electrode

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