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lim·it·er
(lĭm′ĭt-ər)n.
1. One that limits: a limiter of choices.
2. Electronics A circuit that prevents the amplitude of a waveform from exceeding a specified value. Also called clipper.
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limiter
(ˈlɪmɪtə)n
(Electronics) an electronic circuit that produces an output signal whose positive or negative amplitude, or both, is limited to some predetermined value above which the peaks become flattened. Also called: clipper
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Noun | 1. | limiter - (electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform); "a limiter introduces amplitude distortion" circuit, electric circuit, electrical circuit - an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow electronics - the branch of physics that deals with the emission and effects of electrons and with the use of electronic devices |
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limiter
n
(= limitation) → einschränkender Faktor
(Elec) → (Amplituden)begrenzer m
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