Definition

Describing a device that uses transistors instead of vacuum tubes or other components.

Example

The new radio is transistorized, making it smaller and more efficient than older models.

Conversation

Have you seen the new transistorized radio they released?

Yeah, I heard it's much lighter than the old models.

Right? I love how they keep improving the technology.

It’s amazing how far we've come with transistorized devices!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transistorized → It is formed from "transistor" (a term derived from "transfer" and "resistor", referring to a semiconductor device that can amplify or switch electronic signals) and the suffix "-ized" (meaning to make or to become). The word "transistorized" means to make something operate using transistors, typically in the context of electronic devices.

Memory Tip

Think of a device being 'made' ('-ized') to use 'transistors' — that's why 'transistorized' means it operates with transistors.

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