Meaning & Definition of Semiconductor in English
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Semiconductor
/sɛmikəndəktər/
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
synonym:
- semiconductor,
- semiconducting material
2. A conductor made with semiconducting material
synonym:
- semiconductor device,
- semiconductor unit,
- semiconductor