amplidyne
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am·pli·dyne
(ăm'plĭ-dīn') 
n.
A rotating magnetic amplifier with specialized windings that allow small changes in power input to produce large changes in power output.
n.
A rotating magnetic amplifier with specialized windings that allow small changes in power input to produce large changes in power output.
[Originally a trademark.]
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- Electricity and Electronics - amplidyne: direct-current generator that magnifies small power input to create large power output
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