Semiconductor

/ˈsɛmiˌkɒndʌktər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A material that has electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator, commonly used in electronic devices.

Silicon is the most widely used semiconductor material in the electronics industry.

A device made from semiconductor material, such as a diode or transistor, used in electronic circuits.

The smartphone contains several semiconductors that enable its various functions.

A symbol that represents a technology industry focused on the design and manufacturing of semiconductors.

The semiconductor sector has seen rapid growth due to the demand for advanced electronics.

From 'semi-' meaning 'half' and 'conductor' from Latin 'conductus' meaning 'to lead together'.

silicon semiconductor

A semiconductor that uses silicon as the primary material, essential in electronics.

semiconductor industry

The sector involved in the design and fabrication of semiconductor devices.

semiconductor physics

The study of the physical properties of semiconductor materials and devices.

silicon

A chemical element used widely in semiconductor manufacturing.

transistor

A semiconductor device used to amplify or switch electronic signals.

diode

A semiconductor device that allows current to flow in one direction only.

chip

We need to get a new chip for the device; it's a semiconductor part.

silicon valley

Most tech startups focusing on semiconductors are based in Silicon Valley.