semiconductor
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˌsɛmaɪkənˈdəktɝ// UK //sˌɛmɪkəndˈʌktɐ// semi·con·duc·tor
n. a material that conducts electricity better than an insulator but not as well as a metal. You use this word when talking about computer chips and electronics.
n. a material with electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator, typically used in electronic devices.
Silicon is the most common semiconductor.
The factory produces semiconductor chips for smartphones.
The global shortage of semiconductors disrupted the automotive industry.
From semi- + conductor.