limiter

[ lim-i-ter ]

noun

1. a person or thing that limits.
2. Electronics. a device or circuit for limiting limiting the amplitude of a radio, telephone, or recording signal to some predetermined level.

limiter

/ ˈlɪmɪtə /

noun

1. an electronic circuit that produces an output signal whose positive or negative amplitude, or both, is limited to some predetermined value above which the peaks become flattened Also calledclipper

Word History and Origins

Origin of limiter¹

1350–1400; limit + -er ¹; replacing Middle English limitour ( -or ² )

Example Sentences

These headphones from LilGadgets have a sleek look, satisfying sound quality, and a more flexible volume limiter for kids entering their early teens.

From Popular-Science

Unlike adult headphones, many kids’ headphones feature a volume limiter, usually capped at 85 decibels.

From Popular-Science

Yes, alongside a volume limiter, you want to consider a few other features, especially for younger children.

From Popular-Science

Protecting your child’s developing auditory system is essential, and a volume limiter is a great first step.

From Popular-Science

Upon switching to manual mode, the app grants users access to four different equalization presets, an on-screen volume adjustment, four compression settings, and a limiter.

From Popular-Science

Le belligrant bloquant veut limiter son effort, et les neutres dsirent que leur commerce soit le moins gn possible.

From Project Gutenberg

Emotionally, it sees it as a container and limiter of possibilities, a guarantee that the upshot shall be good.

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