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Oscillator

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A tuned electronic circuit used to generate a continuous output waveform.
  2. 2
    generator that produces sonic oscillations or alternating current wordnet
  3. 3
    An instrument for measuring rigidity by the torsional oscillations of a weighted wire.
  4. 4
    A pattern that returns to its original state, in the same orientation and position, after a finite number of generations.

    "He has turned up a number of new oscillators of periods 2,3,4,5,6, & 8."

Etymology

From oscillate + -or.

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