WORD MEANING
Rheostats meaning
REE-oh-stats · noun
Devices used to adjust the flow of electric current by varying resistance in a circuit.
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A type of variable resistor specifically designed for high current applications.
A component used in dimmer switches to control light intensity.
An instrument for controlling the speed of electric motors by changing resistance.
The term is primarily used in electrical engineering and electronics contexts.
Examples
The technician adjusted the rheostats to control the current flow.
Rheostats are used in electrical circuits to vary resistance manually.