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dimmer

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/ˈdɪmər/ · dim-mer

A device used to reduce the brightness of a light.

Meanings

nounformal

A device used to reduce the brightness of a light.

ایک آلہ جو روشنی کی شدت کو کم کرنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔

ڈمر

dimmer

Synonyms

light controlbrightness controllerlight adjusterروشنی کا کنٹرولچمک کا قابوروشنی ایڈجسٹر

Antonyms

brightenerilluminatorروشنی بڑھانے والاروشنی بڑھانے والا آلہ

Common Collocations

  • light dimmer
  • dimmer switch
  • adjustable dimmer

Example Sentences

The dimmer allows you to set the mood in the room.

ڈمر آپ کو کمرے کا مزاج ترتیب دینے کی اجازت دیتا ہے۔

Dimmer aap ko kamray ka mazaaj tarteeb dainay ki ijaazat deta hai.

She installed a dimmer switch to control the lights.

اس نے روشنیوں کے کنٹرول کے لیے ڈمر سوئچ لگایا۔

Us ne roshniyon ke control ke liye dimmer switch lagaya.

Using a dimmer can save electricity.

ڈمر کا استعمال بجلی کی بچت کر سکتا ہے۔

Dimmer ka istemal bijli ki bachat kar sakta hai.

Easily Confused With

dimer:A dimer refers to a chemical compound made up of two molecules, while a dimmer is a device for controlling light brightness.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a dim room controlled by a dimmer switch.

Imagine a living room where you can adjust the brightness of the light with a switch.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old English "dymra" — to make dim or dark

First known use: 20th century

The term 'dimmer' has evolved from its Old English roots to refer to devices that control light intensity.