varicap en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈvɛɹ.iˌkæp/ US, Canada, Mary–marry–merry merger
- /ˈvɛə.ɹi.kæp/ (UK)
- /ˈvæɹ.iˌkæp/ (US) without the Mary–marry–merry merger
Etymology
Blend of variable + capacitance, shortened.
Meanings
- Synonym of varactor (“type of diode”).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| varicaps | Number=Plur | lexicographic |