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semiconductor

Pronunciation: [ˌsɛməˈkɒndʌktər]

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Learn how to use semiconductor in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “electronics”

(noun) a special kind of material that can conduct electricity, but not as well as metals. It's like a bridge between good conductors and insulators. Semiconductors are used in lots of electronic devices like computers and smartphones.

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The computer works faster because it has a high-quality semiconductor inside.

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Without a semiconductor, the device would not be able to function properly.

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What role does a semiconductor play in the smartphone?

How to pronounce semiconductor

Pronunciation: [ˌsɛməˈkɒndʌktər]

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