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Rectifier vs Charger - What's the difference?

rectifier | charger |

As nouns the difference between rectifier and charger

is that rectifier is something that rectifies while charger is a device that charges or recharges.

rectifier

English

(wikipedia rectifier)

Noun

(en noun)
  • Something that rectifies.
  • A device that converts alternating current into direct current; often a diode.
  • (nautical) An instrument used for determining and rectifying the variations of the compass on board ship.

    • See also

    * inverter

    Anagrams

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    charger

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A device that charges or recharges.
    • Put the batteries in the charger overnight so we can use them tomorrow.
  • A large horse trained for battle and used by the cavalry. They were of a lighter build than a destrier
    • The knight rode a white charger .
  • A large platter.
    • The fancy restaurant used a white porcelain charger when serving.
  • One who charges.
  • (firearms) A speedloader that holds several cartridges together in a single unit for easier loading of a firearm's magazine.
  • (prison) A rectal concealment container for prohibited material such as money, drugs and tools.
  • * 2004 , , 01:44:10:
    • "See this? This is a charger . It's used by convicts to hide money and drugs. They stick it in their body, they tuck it up their rectum."