rheostat, variable resistor
(noun) resistor for regulating current
Source: WordNet® 3.1
rheostat (plural rheostats)
An electrical resistor, with two terminals, whose resistance is continuously variable by moving a knob or slider.
• dimmer, dimmer switch (when applied to lights)
• Asteroth, hot tears, throates
Source: Wiktionary
Rhe"o*stat, n. Etym: [Gr. (Elec.)
Definition: A contrivance for adjusting or regulating the strength of electrical currents, operating usually by the intercalation of resistance which can be varied at will. Wheatstone. --Rhe`o*stat"ic, a.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 May 2025
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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