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1. variable-pitch_propeller
noun. propeller for which the angle of the blades is adjustable.
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3. variable
adjective. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] liable to or capable of change.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
4. variable
noun. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
5. variable
noun. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] a quantity that can assume any of a set of values.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
6. variable
adjective. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] marked by diversity or difference.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
7. variable
adjective. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
8. variable
noun. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] a star that varies noticeably in brightness.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
9. variable
noun. ['ˈvɛriːəbəl'] a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity.
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- variable (French)
- variabilis (Latin)
Sentences with variable-resistor
1. Noun Phrase
You can, for example, use a variable resistor to control the loudness of an amplifier, the pitch of a musical tone, or the speed of a motor.
2. Noun Phrase
The rod is pivoted at some point along its length, then the opposite end is attached to a grounded variable resistor.
3. Noun Phrase
A potentiometer, or "pot" is a variable resistor with three terminals and a shaft that can be turned in either direction.
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Variable-frequency multivibrators are easy to design; a variable resistor in series with the capacitor slows down its charge rate by turning the resistor knob.
