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contactA metal strip in a switch or socket that touches a corresponding strip in order to make a connection for current to pass. Contacts may be made of precious metals to avoid corrosion. contact 1. a. a junction of two or more electrical conductors b. the part of the conductors that makes the junction c. the part of an electrical device to which such connections are made 2. any person who has been exposed to a contagious disease 3. an informal name for contact lens 4. of or relating to irritation or inflammation of the skin caused by touching the causative agent contact [′kän‚takt] (electricity) (engineering) Initial detection of an aircraft, ship, submarine, or other object on a radarscope or other detecting equipment. (fluid mechanics) The surface between two immiscible fluids contained in a reservoir. (geology) The surface between two different kinds of rocks. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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