resonator (n.)

  1. a hollow chamber whose dimensions allow the resonant oscillation of electromagnetic or acoustic waves

    [ Syn: cavity resonator , resonating chamber ]

  2. an electrical circuit that combines capacitance and inductance in such a way that a periodic electric oscillation will reach maximum amplitude

    [ Syn: resonant circuit ]

  3. any system that resonates

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