inductor
/ɪnˈdʌktər/
noun
- An electrical component that stores energy in a magnetic field when electric current flows through it, often used in circuits to control current or filter signals.
- The technician replaced the faulty inductor in the radio circuit to fix the static noise.
- In this simple circuit, the inductor and capacitor work together to create a filter.
- An inductor can smooth out changes in current, making it useful in power supplies.