Meaning of the word oscillator in English

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oscillator

US /ˈɑː.sɪ.leɪ.tər/

UK /ˈɒs.ɪ.leɪ.tər/

an electronic device that produces a continuous, oscillating electrical signal without any input signal

Example:

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The radio transmitter uses a crystal oscillator to generate its carrier frequency.

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The engineer adjusted the oscillator to fine-tune the circuit's output.

Synonym:

generator vibrator

a device that produces oscillations or vibrations

Example:

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The mechanical oscillator in the clock ensures precise timekeeping.

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A simple pendulum acts as a mechanical oscillator.

Related Word:

oscillation