Definition

A device that reduces sudden changes in voltage, pressure, or force in various systems, helping to protect equipment from damage.

Example

The engineer installed a snubber to prevent voltage spikes in the electrical circuit.

Conversation

I was reading about different components in electrical systems.

Oh really? What caught your attention?

I found out about a device called a snubber that suppresses voltage spikes.

That sounds interesting! I didn’t know such devices existed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snubber → The word 'snubber' originates from the verb 'snub', which comes from the dialectal English 'snubbe', meaning to check or to rebuke. The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing that performs an action. Therefore, a 'snubber' is something or someone that checks or rebukes.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'checks' or 'rebukes' others — that's what a 'snubber' does.

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