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semiconductor

UK
/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktə/
US
/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktɚ/

Translations

semiconductornoun
semiconductors
pl
UK
/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktə/
US
/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktɚ/
Silicon is a widely used semiconductor in the electronics industry.
Le silicium est un semi-conducteur largement utilisé dans l’industrie électronique.
semi-conducteurEn électronique, pour désigner un composant.
The semiconductor in the circuit helps regulate the current flow.
Le semi-conducteur du circuit aide à réguler le courant.
Additional translations
semi-conducteurPar extension, pour le secteur industriel.
Synonyms
transistor
chip
integrated circuit
diode
conductor
semiconductoradjective
UK
/ˈsɛmɪkənˌdʌktə/
US
/ˈsɛmiˌkənˌdʌktɚ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., semiconductor industry) to describe things related to semiconductors.
The company specializes in semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
L’entreprise se spécialise dans les équipements de fabrication semi-conducteurs.
Synonyms
semiconducting
semiconductive

Definitions

semiconductornoun
A material that has a conductivity between that of an insulator and that of most metals, either due to the addition of an impurity or because of temperature effects.
Silicon is a widely used semiconductor in the electronics industry.
A device made of semiconductor material, used in electronic circuits to control the flow of electricity.
The semiconductor in the circuit helps regulate the current flow.
The semiconductor industry collectively; the sector involved in producing semiconducting materials and devices.
Rising demand for chips has put enormous pressure on the semiconductor this year.
semiconductoradjective
Relating to or involving semiconductors or the semiconductor industry.
The company specializes in semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
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