in series
Definition
- Adjective:
- Connected or arranged in a single sequence: Describes components, events, or operations that follow one after another in a specific order, forming a chain or sequence.
- Performed or occurring sequentially: Refers to actions or processes that are carried out one at a time, in a consecutive manner.
Usage
- The term "in series" is used to describe a specific arrangement or order. It is most commonly applied in technical, scientific, and organizational contexts.
- It functions as an adjective, typically appearing before a noun (e.g., "a series connection") or after a linking verb (e.g., "The batteries are connected in series").
Examples
- Adjective:
- The electrical components were wired in series, so the current flows through each one sequentially.
- The experiments were conducted in series, with the results of one test informing the setup of the next.
- A series circuit is a simple loop where all components are connected in series.
Advanced Usage
- "to be in series": To be arranged or operating in a sequential chain.
- For the system to work correctly, all modules must be installed in series.
- "to place/put/connect in series": To arrange items so they form a sequence.
- The engineer decided to connect the resistors in series to increase the total resistance.
Variants and Related Words
- Series (n): A number of things, events, or people of a similar kind or related nature coming one after another.
- She published a series of articles on the topic.
- Serial (adj): Consisting of, forming part of, or taking place in a series. Often used interchangeably with "in series" in contexts like "serial processing."
- The data is processed in a serial manner.
Synonyms
- Sequential: Forming or following a logical order or sequence.
- Consecutive: Following one after another in uninterrupted succession.
- Successive: Following one another in a sequence.
Related Phrases
- In parallel: Arranged or operating alongside each other simultaneously, as opposed to sequentially. This is a common antonymous phrase in technical contexts.
- Unlike a series circuit, components in a parallel circuit are connected in parallel.
Adjective
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of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations
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serial processing
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