resistor 1
noundomain: artefact
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current
Hypernym
a device that produces or is powered by electricity
Part_meronym
circuit 1
noun
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow
EnglishHyponym
ballast 4
noun
a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations)
resistors connected in series across a voltage source; used to obtain a desired fraction of the voltage
rheostat 1
noun
resistor for regulating current
photoresistor 1
noun
a light-controlled variable resistor, applied in light-sensitive detector circuits, and light- and dark-activated switching circuits.
Substance_holonym
Manganin 1
noun
Manganin is a trademarked name for an alloy of typically 86% copper, 12% manganese, and 2% nickel.
Part_holonym
circuit 1
noun
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow
