Meaning Of The Word Rectifier

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rectifier in American English
a person or thing that rectifies, as by correction or adjustment
noun: a person or thing that rectifies

rectifier in British English
noun: an electronic device, such as a semiconductor diode or valve, that converts an alternating current to a direct current by suppression or inversion of alternate half-cycles

rectifier in Chemical Engineering
noun: A rectifier is the top part of a distillation column (= a tall vessel for distillation), in which hot vapor condenses.

rectifier in Electrical Engineering
noun: A rectifier is a device that converts alternating current to pulsating direct current.

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