parametric amplifier

noun

a sensitive, low-noise amplifier of high-frequency or microwave radio waves that uses an inductor or capacitor whose reactance varies periodically at a similar frequency

Meanings

nounparametric amplifier (plural parametric amplifiers)

plural parametric amplifiers

  1. a sensitive, low-noise amplifier of high-frequency or microwave radio waves that uses an inductor or capacitor whose reactance varies periodically at a similar frequency
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