Nixie tube
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English
[edit]Etymology
[edit]Genericized trademark, from "NIX I", abbreviation of "Numeric Indicator Experimental No. 1" with diminutive -ie.
Noun
[edit]Nixie tube (plural Nixie tubes)
- (electronics, historical) An obsolete electronic device for displaying numerals or other information by means of glow discharge.