Found 2 items, similar to Direct current.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: direct current direct current n : an electric current that flows in one direction steadily [syn: DC] [ant: alternating current]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Direct current Direct current \Direct current\ (Elec.) (a) A current flowing in one direction only; -- distinguished from alternating current. When steady and not pulsating a direct current is often called a continuous current. (b) A direct induced current, or momentary current of the same direction as the inducing current, produced by stopping or removing the latter; also, a similar current produced by removal of a magnet. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]