The conductor
Example: Conductor allows electrical current to pass through material easily
Definition
"The conductor" in engineering refers to a material or object that allows electrical current or heat to pass through it easily, facilitating the transfer of energy with minimal resistance or loss.
Etymology
The term "the conductor" originates from the Latin word 'conducere,' meaning 'to lead or bring together.' It was adopted in English to describe materials that 'lead' or transmit energy, particularly in electrical and thermal contexts.
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"The conductor" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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