limiter

(noun)

noun

1. (electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform (to clip off the peaks of a waveform)

- a limiter introduces amplitude distortion

Similar word(s): clipper

Definition categories: man–made, circuit

Sentences with limiter as a noun:

- The limiter automatically put on the brakes to keep the machine from going too fast.