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Resistor vs. Resister: What's the Difference?

Resistor and Resister Definitions

Resistor

A device used to control current in an electric circuit by providing resistance.

Resister

To take action in opposition to; try to eliminate, reduce, or stop
Resisted the effort to close the school.

Resistor

One who resists, especially a person who fights against an occupying army.

Resister

To take action to defeat or thwart (an invading or occupying military force).

Resistor

(electronics) An electric component that transmits current in direct proportion to the voltage across it.
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Resister

To remain unaltered, undamaged, or unaffected by; withstand
A crank that resists torque.
A material that resists solar degradation.

Resistor

An electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current

Resister

To provide resistance to (an electrical current).

Resister

To keep from giving in to, engaging in, or enjoying
Resisted pressure to conform.
Resisted investing in real estate.

Resister

To offer resistance.
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Resister

A substance that can cover and protect a surface, as from corrosion.

Resister

(Sense 1 only)

Resister

One who resists.

Resister

Someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take

Resister

Someone who offers opposition

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