optoelectronics

op·to·e·lec·tron·ics

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [op-toh-i-lek-tron-iks, -ee-lek-]
- /ˌɒp toʊ ɪ lɛkˈtrɒn ɪks, -ˌi lɛk-/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [op-toh-i-lek-tron-iks, -ee-lek-]
- /ˌɒp toʊ ɪ lɛkˈtrɒn ɪks, -ˌi lɛk-/

Definitions of optoelectronics word

noun optoelectronics the branch of electronics dealing with devices that generate, transform, transmit, or sense optical, infrared, or ultraviolet radiation, as cathode-ray tubes, electroluminescent and liquid crystal displays, lasers, and solar cells. 1
noun optoelectronics The branch of technology concerned with the combined use of electronics and light. 1
noun optoelectronics the study or use of devices in which an optical input produces an electrical output, or in which electrical stimulation produces visible or infrared output 0
noun plural optoelectronics a branch of electronics involving the use of optical technology 0

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Origin of optoelectronics

First appearance:

before 1955

One of the 4% newest English words

First recorded in 1955-60; opto- + electronics

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optoelectronics popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 37% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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