Noah Webster Dictionary (1913 edition): Direct current

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Noah Webster Dictionary (1913 edition): Direct current


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(1):

A direct induced current, or momentary current of the same direction as the inducing current, produced by stopping or removing the latter; also, a similar current produced by removal of a magnet.

(2):

A current flowing in one direction only; -- distinguished from alternating current. When steady and not pulsating a direct current is often called a continuous current.