faradic

adjective

fa·​rad·​ic fə-ˈra-dik How to pronounce faradic (audio)
fa-ˈra-
variants or less commonly faradaic
ˌfer-ə-ˈdā-ik How to pronounce faradic (audio)
ˌfa-rə-
: of or relating to an asymmetric alternating current of electricity produced by an induction coil
faradic stimulation of the muscles

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of faradic was in 1875

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“Faradic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faradic. Accessed 7 Feb. 2023.

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faradic

adjective
fa·​rad·​ic fə-ˈrad-ik, far-ˈad- How to pronounce faradic (audio)
variants also faradaic
far-ə-ˈdā-ik How to pronounce faradic (audio)
: of or relating to an asymmetric alternating current of electricity produced by an induction coil
faradic muscle stimulation
compare galvanic
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