organic light-emitting diode

Definitions of organic light-emitting diode
  1. noun
    a self-luminous diode (it glows when an electrical field is applied to the electrodes) that does not require backlighting or diffusers
    synonyms: OLED
    see moresee less
    type of:
    LED, light-emitting diode
    diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘organic light-emitting diode'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family