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dielectric

noun
di·​elec·​tric | \ ˌdī-ə-ˈlek-trik How to pronounce dielectric (audio) \

Definition of dielectric

: a nonconductor of direct electric current
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dielectric adjective

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 The amount of power absorbed by the dielectric is often measured by something called the loss tangent. — Chris Lee, Ars Technica, "Perfect Wi-Fi energy harvester gathers scant bounty," 15 Jan. 2018 In the case of a coaxial cable, the dielectric is usually chosen such that a 50Ohm resistor will match the properties of the cable. — Chris Lee, Ars Technica, "Perfect Wi-Fi energy harvester gathers scant bounty," 15 Jan. 2018

First Known Use of dielectric

1837, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for dielectric

dia- + electric

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dielectric

noun
di·​elec·​tric | \ ˌdī-i-ˈlek-trik How to pronounce dielectric (audio) \

Medical Definition of dielectric

: a nonconductor of direct electric current

Other Words from dielectric

dielectric adjective

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