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Definition of Rheostat

1. Noun. Resistor for regulating current.

Definition of Rheostat

1. n. A contrivance for adjusting or regulating the strength of electrical currents, operating usually by the intercalation of resistance which can be varied at will.

Definition of Rheostat

1. Noun. An electrical resistor, with two terminals, whose resistance is continuously variable by moving a knob or slider. ¹

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Definition of Rheostat

1. a resistor used to control electric current [n -S]

Medical Definition of Rheostat

1. A contrivance for adjusting or regulating the strength of electrical currents, operating usually by the intercalation of resistance which can be varied at will. Rheostat"ic. Origin: Gr. + standing still. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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