multiplexer

noun — 2 senses

multiplexer

noun

Etymology From multiplex + -er.

1

A device that interleaves several activities; a switching device.

2

Communications, Computing, Electrical engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences, Telecommunications A device that combines several input signals into a single output signal.

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