Tant

name, noun, slang

Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A surname.
Noun
  1. 1
    A tantalum capacitor. slang

    "Note that like 'tants' these are polarized and must be connected to the circuit the right way round, the lead marked 'H' to the positive side of the circuit; failure to do so can lead to a small explosion!"

Etymology

Clipping of tantalum capacitor.

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