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rectifier diode

rectifier diode

5.5
A small electronic part that lets electric current flow one way to make direct current
  • noun
  • /ˈrɛktɪˌfaɪər ˈdaɪoʊd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : diodo rectificador
  • The rectifier diode was used to convert the alternating current into direct current in the power supply.

Examples

  • High-power rectifier diodes are essential for industrial equipment that requires reliable DC voltage.

  • If a rectifier diode fails, it can cause the whole circuit to malfunction.

  • The rectifier diode is essential in power supply circuits.

  • Many devices use a rectifier diode for efficient power conversion.

  • High-power rectifier diodes are essential for industrial equipment that requires reliable DC voltage.

  • The rectifier diode was used to convert the alternating current into direct current in the power supply.

  • Many devices use a rectifier diode for efficient power conversion.

Synonyms

diode
vsrectifier diode
  • Specialized
8 5.2

A small electronic part that lets electric current flow only one way

is a specific device built for AC to DC conversion and high current use
rectifier
vsrectifier diode
  • Specialized
1 7.8

A device that changes alternating electric current into direct current

is a component in semiconductor form that converts AC to DC while handling higher currents
junction rectifier
vsrectifier diode
  • Specialized
7.1

An electrical part that changes a two-way flow of electricity into a one-way flow for power supplies

is meant for high current AC to DC conversion rather than only one-junction devices
crystal rectifier
vsrectifier diode
  • Archaic
7.9

A small electronic device that changes alternating current into direct current

is used for high current AC to DC conversion rather than referring to older forms
point-contact diode
vsrectifier diode
  • Archaic
8.9

A small electronic part that lets electricity flow in one direction when a metal point touches a crystal

is designed for robust AC to DC conversion and higher current handling than that type

How Powerful

rectifier diode
  • Specialized
5.5
diode
  • Specialized
8 5.2

Surface Forms

rectifier diode singular
rectifier diodes plural

Morphology

rectifier + diode

The noun phrase is directly compositional: a "rectifier diode" is a diode that performs rectification, so the overall meaning follows straightforwardly from combining 'rectifier' (device that converts AC to DC) with 'diode' (one-way current device). Although the terms are technical, the modifier–head relation is transparent and mirrored in many languages, so a learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the MWE meaning.

Etymology

Rectifier diode The name rectifier diode comes from rectifier, which means 'make straight', and diode, a small part that lets electricity flow in only one direction. So it is like a one-way gate that turns 'alternating current', electricity that moves back and forth, into 'direct current', electricity that goes one way.