Dimmer: meaning, definitions and examples

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dimmer

 

[ หˆdษชmษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lighting control

A dimmer is a device that adjusts the brightness of a light. It allows users to create the desired ambiance by increasing or decreasing the light intensity. Dimmers are commonly used in homes, theaters, and restaurants to enhance the lighting experience. They come in various forms, including rotary knobs and slide bars.

Synonyms

brightness controller, light regulator

Examples of usage

  • I installed a dimmer in the living room to set the mood.
  • The dimmer switch allows you to adjust the lights for movie night.
  • She prefers using a dimmer in her bedroom for a relaxing atmosphere.

Translations

Translations of the word "dimmer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเคฟเคฎเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dimmer

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธะผะผะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›ciemniacz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท variateur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dimmer

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋””๋จธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎูู‘ุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stmรญvaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stmievaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฐƒๅ…‰ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะธะผะผะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dimmer

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dimmer

Word origin

The word 'dimmer' originates from the English verb 'dim', which has roots in Middle English 'dimme', meaning 'dark, obscure', derived from Old English 'dymian', meaning 'to darken'. The modern usage of 'dimmer' as a noun came about in the early 20th century with the invention of electrical lighting control devices. As electricity became more prevalent in households, the need for adjustable lighting led to the development of dimming technologies, allowing users to control light intensity for various purposes, from practical to aesthetic. Today, dimmers are a standard feature in modern lighting solutions, reflecting the evolution of both language and technology.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,324, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.