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circulator

circulator

9.6
An electronic device that sends radio signals in one direction between connections
  • noun
  • /ˈsɜrkjʊˌleɪtər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : circulador
  • The circulator efficiently manages the signal distribution.

Examples

  • A circulator is essential in many radio frequency systems to prevent signal interference.

  • Engineers often install a circulator between the transmitter and receiver to manage signal flow.

  • The technician used a circulator to control the direction of the microwave signals in the circuit.

  • I need a new circulator for my audio system.

  • The engineer designed a new circulator to optimize the flow of signals in the communication system.

  • This circulator allows for seamless data transfer between multiple devices without interruption.

  • He connected the circulator to the ports to ensure the signals were directed correctly.

Surface Forms

circulator singular
circulators plural

Morphology

circulator = circulate (semi-transparent) = circul + or

Built from 'circulate' + '-or' but used as a specialized technical term in electronics, so the precise technical function may not be obvious to general learners.

Etymology

Circulator comes from the root circ- meaning 'around', the same root as circle and circulate. In electronics a circulator sends signals around in a set direction between connections, so the name describes how it controls the flow of signals.