induction coil

/ɪnˌdʌkʃən kɔɪ(ə)l/
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Other forms: induction coils

Definitions of induction coil
  1. noun
    a coil for producing a high voltage from a low-voltage source
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    types:
    ignition coil
    an induction coil that converts current from a battery into the high-voltage current required by spark plugs
    spark coil
    an induction coil used to create sparks
    type of:
    coil
    reactor consisting of a spiral of insulated wire that introduces inductance into a circuit
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