rectifier

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that rectifies.
  2. A device that converts alternating current into direct current; often a diode.
  3. An instrument used for determining and rectifying the variations of the compass on board ship.
  4. The activation function f(x)= max (0,x), where x is the input to a neuron.

Pronunciation

/ˈɹɛktɪfaɪɚ/ /ˈɹɛktɪfaɪə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-rectifier.wav

Word forms

rectifier rectifiers

Etymology

From rectify + -er.

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