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rectifier

rec·ti·fi·er [ réktə f ər ] (plural rec·ti·fi·ers)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. electronic device: an electronic device that converts alternating current to direct current, e.g. a set of semiconductor diodes connected in a bridge circuit

2. condensing apparatus: an apparatus that condenses vapor to liquid during distillation

3. somebody or something that rectifies something: somebody or something that puts a matter or situation right

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