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Jitter Definition & Meaning

jitter
noun
  1. small rapid variations in a waveform resulting from fluctuations in the voltage supply or mechanical vibrations or other sources
  2. a small irregular movement

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Frequently asked questions

What does jitter mean?
small rapid variations in a waveform resulting from fluctuations in the voltage supply or mechanical vibrations or other sources a small irregular movement
What part of speech is jitter?
Jitter is a noun.
How many definitions does jitter have?
Jitter has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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