Meaning of the word "diode bridge" in English

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diode bridge

US /ˈdaɪ.oʊd brɪdʒ/
UK /ˈdaɪ.əʊd brɪdʒ/

Noun

an arrangement of four or more diodes in a bridge circuit configuration that provides full-wave rectification of an alternating current (AC) input into a direct current (DC) output

Example:
The power supply unit uses a diode bridge to convert AC to DC.
A faulty diode bridge can cause flickering lights in a car's alternator.