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Definition of comparator - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
technologyapplication comparing prices rates or tariffs
- She used a comparator to find the best flight deal.
2.
technologyTECH. electronic device comparing voltages currents or data streamsTECH.
- The engineer used a comparator to analyze the circuit.
3.
measurementTECH. device comparing physical properties of objects or standardsTECH.
- The lab uses a comparator to check material hardness.
4.
legalanything serving as a basis for comparison
- The case used a previous ruling as a comparator.
Expressions with comparator
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electronic circuit that compares two signals and shows which one is higher
The designer added a comparator circuit to detect low battery voltage.
instrument measuring small distances with precision
The engineer used a dial comparator for precise measurements.
electronic device that compares two voltages and switches output accordingly
The engineer used a voltage comparator to detect when the input exceeded the threshold.
Origin of comparator
Latin, comparare (to compare)
Terms with comparator included in their meaning
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technology
comparator circuit with hysteresis for signal conversion
Examples of comparator in a sentence
Try a comparator before renewing your insurance. A comparator was essential for the voltage test. The lab technician calibrated the comparator carefully. Engineers rely on a comparator for precision measurements. A digital comparator can enhance accuracy in experiments. The new policy served as a comparator for future regulations.
In the study, the control group acted as a comparator.
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- French:comparateur, dispositif de comparaison, ...
- German:Preisvergleichsportal, Komparator, ...
- Italian:comparatore, ...
- Spanish:comparador, ...
- Portuguese:comparador, ...
- Chinese:比价软件, 比较器, ...
- Japanese:比較サイト, コンパレータ, ...
- Arabic:مُقارِن, مُقَارِن, ...
- Hebrew:מַשְׁוֵה מְחִירִים, מַשְׁוֶה, ...
- Russian:сервис сравнения цен, компаратор, ...
- Ukrainian:сервіс порівняння цін, компаратор, ...
- Hindi:तुलनाकारी, तुलनित्र, ...
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