diode

US /ˈdaɪ.oʊd/
UK /ˈdaɪ.oʊd/
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二極管

a semiconductor device with two terminals, typically allowing the flow of current in one direction only.

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A diode is essential for converting AC to DC.
二極管對於將交流電轉換為直流電至關重要。
LEDs are a type of light-emitting diode.
LED 是一種發光二極管