semiconductor diode meaning

UK US /ˌsɛmikənˈdʌktɚ ˈdaɪoʊd/ 7 syllables

semiconductor diode (noun): a semiconductor that consists of a p-n junction.

Definition of semiconductor diode

  1. a semiconductor that consists of a p-n junction

    Synonyms: diode, junction rectifier, crystal rectifier

    Type of: semiconductor device

    Kinds: light-emitting diode

How to pronounce semiconductor diode

semiconductor diode is pronounced /ˌsɛmikənˈdʌktɚ ˈdaɪoʊd/ in American English. It has 7 syllables.

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