Resister vs. Resistor — What's the Difference?

To take action in opposition to; try to eliminate, reduce, or stop

A resistor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that implements electrical resistance as a circuit element. In electronic circuits, resistors are used to reduce current flow, adjust signal levels, to divide voltages, bias active elements, and terminate transmission lines, among other uses.

To take action to defeat or thwart (an invading or occupying military force).

A device used to control current in an electric circuit by providing resistance.

To remain unaltered, undamaged, or unaffected by; withstand

One who resists, especially a person who fights against an occupying army.

To provide resistance to (an electrical current).

(electronics) An electric component that transmits current in direct proportion to the voltage across it.

To keep from giving in to, engaging in, or enjoying

An electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current

To offer resistance.

A substance that can cover and protect a surface, as from corrosion.

(Sense 1 only)

One who resists.

Someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take

Someone who offers opposition