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Diode

Noun / ˈdaɪˌəʊd / Another word for diode — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A diode is an electronic component that allows the flow of electrical current in only one direction.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I need to replace the diode in my computer's power supply.
  2. The diode is an important part of the circuit board.
  3. A diode is a type of semiconductor device.
  4. The diode allows current to flow in only one direction.
  5. I learned how to use a diode in my electronics class.

Quotes

  • "A transistor is a diode with two extra terminals." - John Bardeen
  • "The diode is a semiconductor device which has two electrodes, an anode and a cathode." - William Shockley
  • "Diode - a device that allows electricity to pass through it in only one direction." - Unknown

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