Dictionary Check: clipper

"clipper" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 17 points

Definition

noun

(electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform)

Example: "a limiter introduces amplitude distortion"
Synonyms:
noun

a fast sailing ship used in former times

Synonyms:
noun

shears for cutting grass or shrubbery

noun

scissors for cutting hair or finger nails

Advertisement

Anagrams of "clipper"