varistor

English

Etymology

Blend of variable +‎ resistor

Pronunciation

Rhymes: -ɪstə(r)

Noun

varistor (plural varistors)

An electronic component having a variable resistance; used to protect circuits against power surges.

Related terms

Translations

electronic component with variable resistance

Finnish: varistori (fi)
French: varistance (fr) f

German: Varistor (de) m
Polish: warystor m

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