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PRONUNCIATION OF TRANSFORMER

transformer  [trænsˈfɔːmə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TRANSFORMER

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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Transformer is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TRANSFORMER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

transformer

Transformer

A transformer is an electrical device that transfers energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction. A varying current in the transformer's primary winding creates a varying magnetic flux in the core and a varying magnetic field impinging on the secondary winding. This varying magnetic field at the secondary induces a varying electromotive force or voltage in the secondary winding. Making use of Faraday's Law in conjunction with high magnetic permeability core properties, transformers can thus be designed to efficiently change AC voltages from one voltage level to another within power networks. Transformers range in size from RF transformers a small cm3 fraction in volume to units interconnecting the power grid weighing hundreds of tons. A wide range of transformer designs are used in electronic and electric power applications. Since the invention in 1885 of the first constant potential transformer, transformers have become essential for the AC transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy.

Definition of transformer in the English dictionary

The definition of transformer in the dictionary is a device that transfers an alternating current from one circuit to one or more other circuits, usually with an increase or decrease of voltage. The input current is fed to a primary winding, the output being taken from a secondary winding or windings inductively linked to the primary. Other definition of transformer is a person or thing that transforms.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TRANSFORMER


autotransformer
ˌɔːtəʊtrænsˈfɔːmə
barnstormer
ˈbɑːnstɔːmə
benchwarmer
ˈbɛntʃwɔːmə
conformer
kənˈfɔːmə
counterreformer
ˌkaʊntərɪˈfɔːmə
deformer
dɪˈfɔːmə
dormer
ˈdɔːmə
former
ˈfɔːmə
informer
ɪnˈfɔːmə
korma
ˈkɔːmə
misinformer
ˌmɪsɪnˈfɔːmə
nonperformer
ˌnɒnpəˈfɔːmə
Norma
ˈnɔːmə
ormer
ˈɔːmə
performer
pəˈfɔːmə
reformer
rɪˈfɔːmə
sixth-former
ˈsɪksθfɔːmə
stormer
ˈstɔːmə
trauma
ˈtrɔːmə
warmer
ˈwɔːmə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TRANSFORMER

transfixt
transform
transformable
transformation
transformational
transformational component
transformational grammar
transformational rule
transformational rules
transformative
transformer station
transformism
transformist
transformistic
transfusable
transfuse
transfuser
transfusible
transfusion
transfusional

WORDS THAT END LIKE TRANSFORMER

affirmer
armer
brainstormer
charmer
confirmer
dewormer
farmer
firmer
gentleman-farmer
harmer
legwarmer
opinion former
pig farmer
snake charmer
step-down transformer
step-up transformer
Sturmer
termer
the former
wormer

Synonyms and antonyms of transformer in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «transformer» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TRANSFORMER

Find out the translation of transformer to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of transformer from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «transformer» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

变压器
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

transformador
570 millions of speakers

English

transformer
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ट्रांसफार्मर
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

المحولات
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

трансформатор
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

transformador
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ট্রান্সফরমার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

transformateur
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Pengubah
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Transformator
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

トランス
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

변압기
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Trafo
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

biến áp
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மின்மாற்றி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ट्रान्सफॉर्मर
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

transformatör
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

trasformatore
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

transformator
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

трансформатор
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

transformator
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

μετασχηματιστή
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

transformator
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

transformator
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

transformator
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of transformer

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TRANSFORMER»

The term «transformer» is very widely used and occupies the 9.624 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TRANSFORMER» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about transformer

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TRANSFORMER»

Discover the use of transformer in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to transformer and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
J & P Transformer Book
His background with Ferranti and the UK’s Central Electricity Generating Board (CEGB) included transformer design and the management and maintenance of transformer-based systems. * The definitive reference for all involved in designing, ...
Martin Heathcote, 2011
2
Transformer and Inductor Design Handbook, Third Edition
Written by a specialist with more than 47 years of experience in the field, this volume covers magnetic design theory with all of the relevant formulas.
Colonel Wm. T. McLyman, 2004
3
Electric Power Transformer Engineering, Third Edition
Each chapter is replete with photographs, equations, and tabular data, and this edition includes a new chapter on transformers for use with wind turbine generators and distributed photovoltaic arrays.
James H. Harlow, 2012
4
Handbook of transformer design and applications
This second edition updates what has become a standard reference on the subject, and now includes a selection of highly useful computer solutions to many transformer circuit problems.
William M. Flanagan, 1993
5
Transformer: The Lou Reed Story
Lou Reed led the revolution in rock music that would grow into such different forms as glam and punk rock, and introduced such taboo subjects as drugs and aberrant sexuality into the American pop song.
Victor Bockris, 1997
6
Transformer Design Principles: With Applications to ...
Starting with first principles, this book develops the reader’s understanding of the rationale behind design practices by illustrating how basic formulae and modeling procedures are derived and used.
Robert M. Del Vecchio, Bertrand Poulin, Pierre T. Feghali, 2010
7
Transformer Engineering: Design, Technology, and ...
What’s New in This Edition Three new chapters on electromagnetic fields in transformers, transformer-system interactions and modeling, and monitoring and diagnostics An extensively revised chapter on recent trends in transformer ...
S.V. Kulkarni, S.A. Khaparde, 2012
8
Practical Transformer Handbook: for Electronics, Radio and ...
This book shows how a transformer can be put to use, common problems which a user will face, and which is the most appropriate in a particular situation.
Irving Gottlieb, 1998
9
Electrical Transformers and Power Equipment
This book provides a comprehensive resource on technical, application and operational aspects of all types of electrical transformers and power systems, covering operation theory; transformer construction, installation, operation and ...
Anthony J. Pansini, 1999
10
Transformers & Induction Machines
Basic Concepts : Concept of coupled circuits, Dot convention, Writing network equilibrium equations in coupled circuits (problems on coupled circuits excluded), Principle of transformer action for voltage transformation, Constructional ...
M.V.Bakshi U.A.Bakshi, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TRANSFORMER»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term transformer is used in the context of the following news items.
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Transformer failure causes fire at NY nuclear power plant
New York (CNN) A transformer failure at the Indian Point nuclear power plant caused an explosion and fire at the facility Saturday evening, sending billows of ... «CNN, May 15»
2
Hands-on: Keyboards are the weak link in Asus's Transformer Book …
We went hands-on with the Asus Transformer Book Chi series, which was unveiled on Monday in the run-up to the International CES show. Available in three ... «PCWorld, Jan 15»
3
Blown transformer knocks out power to buildings in D.C., causes …
WASHINGTON (AP/WJLA) - Authorities say an electrical transformer surge has caused power outages at several government buildings in Washington. «WJLA, Dec 14»
4
Underground explosions rattle Downtown
"There's definitely no evidence of a transformer explosion," Davis-Handy said. ... Each transformer is housed in a separate room within that vault, so they're ... «Indianapolis Star, Aug 14»
5
Military Researchers Design Real-life 'Transformer' Plane
The most interesting of the concepts is called the Transformer, a stealth aircraft that's actually composed of three airplanes — a large, diamond-shaped model, ... «Mashable, Jul 14»
6
Chinese hotel suspends cooperation for new 'Transformers' movie
The investment company behind Pangu Plaza, a Beijing property featured in the new "Transformers" movie, said on Friday it is suspending cooperation with the ... «Los Angeles Times, Jun 14»
7
Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi review: The Asus T300 Chi is a …
The Good The Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi makes good use of Intel's low-power Core M processor, and includes a keyboard dock that works attached or ... «CNET, Jun 14»
8
Asus Transformer Book Duet TD300 Hands-On: Dual Booting …
The Asus Transformer Book Duet TD300 is a mouthful, but go figure, because as a product it can do more than a lot of others can. Asus just announced the ... «TechnoBuffalo, Jan 14»
9
Asus Transformer Book T100
The Good The Asus Transformer Book T100 runs full Windows 8.1, comes with a keyboard, has great battery life, and is a steal if you can find it for $350. «CNET, Sep 13»
10
Asus Transformer AIO (P1801-B037K)
The Asus Transformer AIO (P1801-B037K) is an all-in-one Windows 8 PC where the screen is also an 18-inch Android tablet. You can switch back and forth ... «PC Magazine, Mar 13»

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