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krytron

Pronunciation: /ˈkrʌɪtrɒn/
Definition of krytron

noun

Physics
  • a high-speed solid-state switching device which is triggered by a pulse of coherent light and is used in the triggers of nuclear devices.

Origin:

late 20th century: first element of obscure derivation + -tron

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