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ATTENUATOR Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word attenuator. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word attenuator. (close relations)

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buffer
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH

• a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict

• an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

• (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system

• a power tool used to buff surfaces

• a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact

• an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring)

verb

• add a buffer (a solution)

• protect from impact

damper
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a movable iron plate that regulates the draft in a stove or chimney or furnace

• a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations

• a depressing restraint

moderator
nounn
noun

• any substance used to slow down neutrons in nuclear reactors

• in the Presbyterian church, the officer who presides over a synod or general assembly

• someone who presides over a forum or debate

• someone who mediates disputes and attempts to avoid violence

muffler
nounn
noun

• a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise

• a scarf worn around the neck

• a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations

reducer
nounn
noun

• a substance capable of bringing about the reduction of another substance as it itself is oxidized; used in photography to lessen the density of a negative or print by oxidizing some of the loose silver

• pipefitting that joins two pipes of different diameter

restrainer
nounn
noun

• a chemical that is added to a photographic developer in order to retard development and reduce the amount of fog on a film

• a person who directs and restrains

softener
nounn
noun

• a substance added to another to make it less hard

suppressor
nounn
noun

• someone who suppresses

• a gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene (especially of a mutant gene)

• an electrical device for suppressing unwanted currents

mitigator
nounn
noun

• Someone or something that mitigates.

Best Hypernyms For ATTENUATOR

Here is a list of related hypernyms for attenuator, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
apparatus device equipment gadget instrument tool
Phrases (1)
electrical device

Alternatives for BUFFER

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