Led (Noun)
Meaning
Diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The LED on the front of the computer case indicated when the power was on.
- Infrared LEDs are often used in remote controls for televisions and other electronic devices.
- High-power LEDs are used in applications such as flashlights and LED lamps.
- The traffic light used an array of LEDs to display the red, yellow, and green colors.
- Organic LEDs are used in displays for smartphones and other portable electronic devices.