English Explanatory Dictionary

Nixie tube

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An obsolete electronic device for displaying numerals or other information by means of glow discharge.

Word forms

Nixie tube Nixie tubes

Etymology

Genericized trademark, from "NIX I", abbreviation of "Numeric Indicator Experimental No. 1" with diminutive -ie.

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