Noun: light-emitting diode
- Diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; colour depends on the material used
"The display used light-emitting diodes for improved efficiency";
- LED
Derived forms: light-emitting diodes
Type of: crystal rectifier, diode, junction rectifier, semiconductor diode
Part of: alphanumeric display, digital display
Encyclopedia: Light-emitting diode