balun

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Definitions of balun word

noun balun a device for coupling two electrical circuit elements, such as an aerial and its feeder cable, where one is balanced and the other is unbalanced 3
noun balun a device for converting a balanced line into an unbalanced line and vice versa. 1
noun balun An electronic device for connecting a balanced transmission line to an unbalanced one. 1
noun Definition of balun in Technology (electronics) A transformer connected between a balanced source or load and an unbalanced source or load. A balanced line has two conductors, with equal currents in opposite directions. The unbalanced line has just one conductor; the current in it returns via a common ground or earth path. 1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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