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noun

Transformer n.

One who, or that which, transforms. Specif. (Elec.), an apparatus for producing from a given electrical current another current of different voltage.

(1990's) A toy consisting of a figure or representation of an object, constructed of interlocking parts in such a way that a series of turning or twisting motions of the parts can transform the object from one type of object to a different type of object, such as from an animal to an automobile.

Multiple transformer. (Elec.)

(a)

A transformer connected in multiple or in parallel with the primary circuit.

(b)

A transformer with more than one primary or more than one secondary coil.

Parallel transformer (Elec.), a transformer connected in parallel.

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Etymology of 'Transformer'

Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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"Transformer" Quotes from Famous Books

... still could see that slender strand of imperm wire, how its silvery length had turned to red under the blue flame. Deep red at first and then brighter until it flamed in almost white-hot incandescence. And all the while the humming of the transformer as the force field built up. The humming of the transformer and the muted roaring of the burner and the glowing heat in the ...

— Empire • Clifford Donald Simak

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