Semiconductor - English meaning

noun

A solid substance that has a conductivity between that of an insulator and that of most metals, either due to the addition of an impurity or because of temperature effects. devices made of semiconductors, notably silicon, are essential components of most electronic circuits.

Usage examples:

Excitons are created in semiconductors when a laser field promotes an electron from the valance ban…

noun

A substance, such as silicon, that allows some electricity to flow through it, used in making electronic devices

noun

A material, such as silicon, that allows electricity to move through it more easily when its temperature increases, or an electronic machine made from this material

Usage examples:

Semiconducting material.