Synonyms for rheostat
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
An electrical resistor with two terminals, the resistance of which can be varied continuously by moving a knob or slider to regulate the flow of an electric current.
Related words
- Word family
- rheotrope
- Is a kind of
- potentiometer
Forms
- Plural
- rheostats
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| rheostat | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.