semiconductor

noun

semi·con·duc·tor ˌse-mē-kən-ˈdək-tər How to pronounce semiconductor (audio)

ˌse-ˌmī-,

-mi-

: any of a class of solids (such as germanium or silicon) whose electrical conductivity is between that of a conductor and that of an insulator in being nearly as great as that of a metal at high temperatures and nearly absent at low temperatures

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A semiconductor is a crystal material whose ability to conduct electricity rises as its temperature goes up. That is, it sometimes acts as a conductor and sometimes as an insulator. Its conducting ability can be much increased by chemical treatment. A manufactured chip of silicon, less than half an inch square, may contain millions of microscopic transistors, which can serve control and memory functions when installed in a computer, automobile, cell phone, DVD player, or microwave oven.

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Recent Examples on the Web And after his administration’s big success passing last month’s CHIPS Act, which will funnel more than $70 billion into the U.S. semiconductor industry to counter China’s dominance in the space, Biden has a new goal in his sights.

Tristan Bove, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2022 The CHIPS Act provides $52 billion worth of grants and other incentives for the semiconductor industry, as well as $200 billon for scientific research.

The Indianapolis Star, 12 Sep. 2022 The visit will give Biden a chance to tout a major policy accomplishment for the White House: the passage of the CHIPS Act, which will provide $52 billion in subsidies to the American semiconductor industry.

Andrew J. Tobias, cleveland, 9 Sep. 2022 The Biden administration released plans for its $50 billion investment in the US semiconductor industry on Tuesday.

Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 7 Sep. 2022 The semiconductor industry enjoyed record-setting growth during the pandemic as demand for tech gadgets boomed.

Jiyoung Sohn, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 But in just a few months, he's notched up a string of legislative victories: a historic climate, health and tax package; a gun reform law; hundreds of billions to boost the domestic semiconductor industry; and new protections for veterans.

Ben Gittleson, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2022 The request emerged from the findings of a chip industry task force of Oregon government and business leaders, which issued recommendations earlier this month on how the state can be more attractive to the semiconductor industry.

oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2022 The semiconductor industry has long been thought of as high risk due to its cyclical nature and leverage to individual consumer spending.

Steven Dudash, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	semiconductor
释义	semiconductor noun semi·con·duc·tor ˌse-mē-kən-ˈdək-tər ˌse-ˌmī-, -mi- : any of a class of solids (such as germanium or silicon) whose electrical conductivity is between that of a conductor and that of an insulator in being nearly as great as that of a metal at high temperatures and nearly absent at low temperatures Did you know? A semiconductor is a crystal material whose ability to conduct electricity rises as its temperature goes up. That is, it sometimes acts as a conductor and sometimes as an insulator. Its conducting ability can be much increased by chemical treatment. A manufactured chip of silicon, less than half an inch square, may contain millions of microscopic transistors, which can serve control and memory functions when installed in a computer, automobile, cell phone, DVD player, or microwave oven. Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web And after his administration’s big success passing last month’s CHIPS Act, which will funnel more than $70 billion into the U.S. semiconductor industry to counter China’s dominance in the space, Biden has a new goal in his sights. Tristan Bove, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2022 The CHIPS Act provides $52 billion worth of grants and other incentives for the semiconductor industry, as well as $200 billon for scientific research. The Indianapolis Star, 12 Sep. 2022 The visit will give Biden a chance to tout a major policy accomplishment for the White House: the passage of the CHIPS Act, which will provide $52 billion in subsidies to the American semiconductor industry. Andrew J. Tobias, cleveland, 9 Sep. 2022 The Biden administration released plans for its $50 billion investment in the US semiconductor industry on Tuesday. Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 7 Sep. 2022 The semiconductor industry enjoyed record-setting growth during the pandemic as demand for tech gadgets boomed. Jiyoung Sohn, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 But in just a few months, he's notched up a string of legislative victories: a historic climate, health and tax package; a gun reform law; hundreds of billions to boost the domestic semiconductor industry; and new protections for veterans. Ben Gittleson, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2022 The request emerged from the findings of a chip industry task force of Oregon government and business leaders, which issued recommendations earlier this month on how the state can be more attractive to the semiconductor industry. oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2022 The semiconductor industry has long been thought of as high risk due to its cyclical nature and leverage to individual consumer spending. Steven Dudash, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 1838, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition semiconductor noun semi·con·duc·tor ˌse-mi-kən-ˈdək-tər : a solid substance that conducts electricity imperfectly Medical Definition semiconductor noun semi·con·duc·tor -kən-ˈdək-tər : any of a class of solids (as germanium or silicon) whose electrical conductivity is between that of a conductor and that of an insulator in being nearly as great as that of a metal at high temperatures and nearly absent at low temperatures
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semiconductor

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