tran|sis|tor

tran|sis|tor
tran|sis|tor «tran ZIHS tuhr», noun.
Electronics. a small crystal device containing semiconductors such as germanium or silicon, that controls the flow of electricity in computers, radios, television sets, and other electronic equipment. Transistors can strengthen an electric current, create a vibrating current, or turn themselves and other devices off and on.
[< tran-(sfer) + (re)sistor]

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