oscillator
Americannoun
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Electronics. a circuit that produces an alternating output current of a certain frequency determined by the characteristics of the circuit components.
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a device or machine producing oscillations.
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a person or thing that oscillates.
noun
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a circuit or instrument for producing an alternating current or voltage of a required frequency
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any instrument for producing oscillations
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a person or thing that oscillates
Etymology
Origin of oscillator
1825–35; < New Latin, equivalent to Latin oscillā ( re ) to swing ( oscillate ) + -tor -tor
Example Sentences
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Combining the stochastic oscillator with support and resistance improves results.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Combining the stochastic oscillator with support and resistance improves results.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
The above market internals are generally bullish, although the breadth oscillator might be slipping.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026
Meanwhile, the NYSE-based breadth oscillator has remained on a sell signal.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026
Reflecting Lawrence’s lack of conceit when it came to engineering, the machine incorporated the latest innovations of cyclotroneers across the country in designs for transformers, power transmission, the oscillator, and the ion source.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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