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Semiconductor Definition & Meaning

semiconductor
noun
  1. a substance as germanium or silicon whose electrical conductivity is intermediate between that of a metal and an insulator; its conductivity increases with temperature and in the presence of impurities
  2. a conductor made with semiconducting material

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  • "phillips semiconductor"
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  • "universal semiconductor"
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  • "dallas semiconductor"
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Frequently asked questions

What does semiconductor mean?
a substance as germanium or silicon whose electrical conductivity is intermediate between that of a metal and an insulator; its conductivity increases with temperature and in the presence of impurities a conductor made with semiconducting material
What part of speech is semiconductor?
Semiconductor is a noun.
How many definitions does semiconductor have?
Semiconductor has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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