A gas ionization process where free electrons, accelerated by a sufficiently strong electric field, give rise to electrical conduction through a gas by avalanche multiplication caused by the ionization of molecules by ion impact.

plural of discharge tube

(medicine) Synonym of vaginal fluid

nutraloaf

(physics) The withdraw of electric charge. / (physics) The flow of electricity through the air or gas. / (physics) A sudden movement of electric charge.

The ability to comprehend, navigate, and use the linguistic styles and discourse practices of a variety of different scholarly disciplines.

(linguistics, education) Relating to, or forming part of, the typical language used in a particular field of study.

Alternative spelling of dishonorable discharge

Release from military service because of conduct that is considered reprehensible.

A localized electrical breakdown of a small portion of a solid or fluid electrical insulator when being applied to high voltage.