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Transformer

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

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Coil 76% connected

To wind cylindrically or spirally; as, to coil a rope when not in use; the snake coiled itself before springing.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Transform 74% connected

To change the form of; to change in shape or appearance; to metamorphose; as, a caterpillar is ultimately transformed into a butterfly.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Transform 74% connected

To change the form of; to change in shape or appearance; to metamorphose; as, a caterpillar is ultimately transformed into a butterfly.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Primary 70% connected

First in order of time or development or in intention; primitive; fundamental; original.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Secondary 70% connected

Suceeding next in order to the first; of second place, origin, rank, rank, etc.; not primary; subordinate; not of the first order or rate.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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