Resistor vs. Resister
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.
Resister
To remain unaltered, undamaged, or unaffected by; withstand
A crank that resists torque.
A material that resists solar degradation.
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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.
Resister
A substance that can cover and protect a surface, as from corrosion.
Resister
(Sense 1 only)
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Resister
One who resists.
Resister
Someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take
Resister
Someone who offers opposition
