signal generator

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noun

electrical engineering an apparatus used to generate a signal consisting of a known oscillating voltage, usually between 1 microvolt and 1 volt, over a range of frequencies, to test electronic equipment

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Words nearby signal generator

signage, signal, signal board, signal box, signal corps, signal generator, signalize, signally, signalman, signalment, signal node

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Example sentences from the Web for signal generator

The band turned back around, raising a lively tune to signal life would go on.
Funeral Protest Is Too Much for NYPD Union Boss|Michael Daly|January 5, 2015|DAILY BEAST
Not even Radio Bemba (Cuban slang for the rumor mill) had picked up the signal.
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Regardless of how the showdown ends, it does serve a very clear signal of what the political climate will be in the next Congress.
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So while the poor sound quality was aggravating, it was also a signal of some weird legitimacy.
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And more importantly, an Orman victory could signal a broader assault against the duopoly that controls congress.
Independent Greg Orman Stands Up Against GOP Attacks|John Avlon|November 4, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But, when the car came thundering down, it was crammed to the step; with a melancholy gesture, the driver declined her signal.
Hilda Lessways|Arnold Bennett
Distances were to him as nothing; and difficulties only stimulated him to give his adversaries a more signal overthrow.
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4|Jane Porter
A still more signal triumph to American ingenuity was accorded on Thursday.
Glances at Europe|Horace Greeley
He knew that not only was it a signal for the closing of the city gates, but it was also a warning that bedtime was at hand.
Our Little Korean Cousin|H. Lee M. Pike
General Pio del Pilar slept in the city every night, ready to give the rocket-signal for revolt.
The Philippine Islands|John Foreman

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