rheostatic

rhe·o·stat

R r

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ree-uh-stat]
- /ˈri əˌstæt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ree-uh-stat]
- /ˈri əˌstæt/

Definition of rheostatic word

noun rheostatic an adjustable resistor so constructed that its resistance may be changed without opening the circuit in which it is connected, thereby controlling the current in the circuit. 1

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Origin of rheostatic

First appearance:

before 1843

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1843; rheo- + -stat

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Parts of speech for Rheostatic

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preposition

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rheostatic popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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