Definition

1. Noun:
   • A display that gives information in the form of characters (numbers or letters): A "digital display" is an electronic device or component that presents data using discrete, distinct characters, typically numerals or alphanumeric symbols, as opposed to a continuous scale.

Usage

• Noun:
  • The clock on the microwave has a digital display showing the time in bright red numbers.
  • Modern car dashboards often feature a digital display for speed and fuel level.
  • The laboratory equipment uses a digital display to show precise temperature readings.

Advanced Usage

• "Digital display unit": Refers to the complete assembly or device housing the display.
  • The new thermostat includes a digital display unit with a touchscreen interface.
• "Seven-segment digital display": A specific, common type of display often used for numerals, where each digit is formed by illuminating a combination of seven bar-shaped segments.
  • Most basic calculators use a seven-segment digital display.

Variants and Related Words

• Display (n): A general term for a screen or surface that shows information.
  • The display on my phone is very sharp.
• Digital (adj): Relating to or using signals or information represented by discrete values (digits), often binary.
  • We live in a digital age.
• Analog display (n): A display that shows information by a continuous physical movement, like the hands of a clock.
  • He prefers watches with an analog display.

Synonyms

• Numeric display: A display that shows numbers.
• Alphanumeric display: A display capable of showing both letters and numbers.
• Readout: A displayed output of data from a measuring instrument.

Related Phrases

• Digital display screen: Emphasizes the screen component of the display.
  • The fitness tracker has a small digital display screen.
• To have a digital display: Describes a feature of a device.
  • Does this scale have a digital display?

Noun

1. a display that gives the information in the form of characters (numbers or letters)