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GENERATOR

A machine for converting one form of energy into another. An electronic generator usually converts DIRECT CURRENT (DC) power into ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) power.

Also called an OSCILLATOR, when referring to an audio WAVEFORM generator used for SOUND SYNTHESIS. See: WHITE NOISE.

Compare: AMPLIFIER, PULSE, RECTIFICATION, TRANSDUCER.


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