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resistor

[rɪˈzɪstə(r)]

resistor Definition

a device having a designed resistance to the passage of an electric current.

Using resistor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "resistor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The circuit requires a 10-ohm resistor.

  • Example

    The resistor limits the current flow in the circuit.

  • Example

    A resistor is used to control the brightness of an LED.

resistor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for resistor

Phrases with resistor

  • a resistor whose value can be adjusted manually or electronically

    Example

    The volume control on a radio is a variable resistor.

  • a resistor whose value cannot be changed

    Example

    A fixed resistor is used in a voltage divider circuit.

  • a group of resistors connected together in a specific configuration

    Example

    A resistor network is used to divide a voltage into smaller values.

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Summary: resistor in Brief

A 'resistor' [rɪˈzɪstə(r)] is a device that resists the flow of electric current. It is used to limit current flow, control voltage, and adjust signal levels. Examples include variable and fixed resistors, as well as resistor networks.