Q-factor
noun
See Q.
Q-factor
American
[kyoo-fak-ter]
/ ˈkjuˌfæk tər /
noun
Q factor
British
noun
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a measure of the relationship between stored energy and rate of energy dissipation in certain electrical components, devices, etc, thus indicating their efficiency
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Q. Also called: Q value. the heat released in a nuclear reaction, usually expressed in millions of electronvolts for each individual reaction
Etymology
Origin of Q-factor
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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The higher a researcher’s Q factor, the higher the impact of their paper.
From Nature ● Sep. 18, 2018
They've won with style, which just adds to their "Q" factor.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 9, 2013
This is totally implausible, but it helps reduce the novel's Q factor a little--Q for cute and quirky.
From Time Magazine Archive
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