Circuitry
/ˈsɜːrkɪtri/
Definitions
The network of interconnected electrical circuits in a device or system.
/ˈsɜːrkɪtri/
The arrangement of interconnected electronic components.
The faulty circuitry caused the computer to malfunction.
💡 Simply: Imagine a city's roads. Circuitry is like the roads for electricity in a device; they let the electricity flow to different parts to make it work.
👶 For kids: It's like a maze for electricity inside a toy or a phone!
More Examples
The engineer carefully examined the circuitry to identify the problem.
How It's Used
"The complex circuitry of the computer was difficult to repair."
"Understanding the circuitry is crucial for designing efficient systems."
From "circuit" + "-ry", denoting a collection or system. The word's development reflects the increasing importance of electrical systems.
The word gained prominence with the rise of electronics in the 20th century.
Memory tip
Think of a 'circuit' as a path, and '-ry' as meaning 'a system of'. Circuitry is a system of paths for electricity.