Associations to the word «Rectifier»

Wiktionary

RECTIFIER, noun. Something that rectifies.
RECTIFIER, noun. A device that converts alternating current into direct current; often a diode.
RECTIFIER, noun. (nautical) An instrument used for determining and rectifying the variations of the compass on board ship.
RECTIFIER, noun. (artificial neural networks) The activation function \(f(x) = \max(0, x)\), where x is the input to a neuron.

Dictionary definition

RECTIFIER, noun. Electrical device that transforms alternating into direct current.
RECTIFIER, noun. A person who corrects or sets right; "a rectifier of prejudices".

Wise words

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