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XT

XT

2 9.8
An unwanted signal that interferes with nearby circuits or wires
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : crosstalk
  • Engineers must account for any XT in their designs to ensure strong and reliable electronic performance.
  • XT compatible
  • XT computer
  • IBM XT

Examples

  • The program is written in Microsoft QuickBASIC to run on an IBM PC/XT or compatible machine.

    Academic text (1990)

  • Metabolic data were collected online via an IBM-XT microcomputer interfaced with the appropriate hardware.

    Academic text (1992)

  • The CASD system is an interactive software package written in PASCAL and operating on an IBM PC/XT microcomputer in conjunction with a Vectrix graphic system.

    Academic text (1992)

  • Guido runs on the IBM PC, AT, or XT with 256K of internal memory; it is also available for IBM PS/2 computers (256K minimum; 640K optimum).

    Academic text (1991)

  • Crosstalk can lead to an unwanted XT that interferes with the clarity of the signal.

  • The technician explained that the XT caused by poor wiring could disrupt communication in the system.

Synonyms

crosstalk
vsXT
  • Specialized
131 8.0

Unwanted signal from one wire or channel that reaches another and makes communication unclear

is the same meaning but given as a short technical label
interference
vsXT
  • Specialized
93 6.6

Unwanted signals that disturb or block radio and phone communication

is narrower, focusing on accidental transfer between channels
background signal
vsXT
  • Specialized
7.5

An unwanted noise from other sources that gets in the way of a measurement

is about unintended channel to channel transfer rather than general noise

Surface Forms

XT singular
XTs plural

Etymology

XT is a short form of cross and talk, where cross means 'across' and talk means 'communication'. So XT names the unwanted 'talk' between nearby wires or circuits — signals that end up 'talking' to the wrong place.