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semiconductor

/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktər/ noun · British & US
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What does semiconductor mean?

noun

A material that has electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator, used in the manufacture of electronic devices such as transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits.

Example

"The new semiconductor technology enabled the development of faster and more efficient computers."

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