photovoltaic

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/ˌfəʊtəʊvɒlˈteɪɪk/
US
/ˌfoʊtəʊlˈteɪɪk/
photovoltaicnoun
photovoltaics
pl
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/ˌfəʊtəʊvɒlˈteɪɪk/
US
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Occasionally used as a countable noun meaning a photovoltaic cell or device.
Definitions
A photovoltaic cell or device that converts light into electricity.
Each photovoltaic in the array is wired in series to increase the overall voltage.
Synonyms
solar cell
solar generator
PV system
solar array
photovoltaic array
photovoltaic panel
solar panel
solar module
PV module
photovoltaic module
PV cell
photovoltaic cell
photovoltaicadjective
more photovoltaic
Comp.
most photovoltaic
Super.
UK
/ˌfəʊtəʊvɒlˈteɪɪk/
US
/ˌfoʊtəʊlˈteɪɪk/
Translations
The photovoltaic cells convert sunlight into electricity.
Фотовольтаические элементы преобразуют солнечный свет в электричество.
Definitions
Relating to the conversion of light into electricity using semiconducting materials that exhibit the photovoltaic effect.
The photovoltaic panels on the roof generate enough electricity to power the entire house.