servomechanism meaning

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servomechanism (noun): control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power; may include a negative feedback system.

Definition of servomechanism

  1. control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power; may include a negative feedback system

    Synonyms: servo, servosystem

    Type of: control system

Scrabble score: 26 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SE · words ending in SM · 14-letter words

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