varistor
nounUK /vɛəˈɹɪstə(ɹ)/
Etymology Blend of variable + resistor.
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Business, Electrical engineering, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Electronics, Energy, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics An electronic component having a variable resistance; used to protect circuits against power surges.
- Related terms
- photoresistor, thermistor, resistor