thyratron
/ˈθaɪ.rəˌtrɒn//ˈθaɪ.rəˌtrɑn/
构词拆解
- -tron
- Used to name various electronic and neutronic devices. · Used to name a number of subatomic particles.
词源说明
From Ancient Greek θύρα (thúra, “door”) + -tron. Originally a trademark, registered 17 June 1930 by the General Electric Company (United States Patent Office, Registration No. 271-660).
释义
名词noun
- 1(electronics) Any of several types of thermoelectric valve once used as a high-speed switch