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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dielectric

/ˌdaɪˈɛlɪkrɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does dielectric mean?

noun

A substance that is an electrical insulator and is used to separate electrical conductors. It has a high resistance to the flow of electric current.

Example

"The dielectric material used in the capacitor helped to improve the circuit's efficiency."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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