"D-sub" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: D-subs [plural]
Etymology: Clipping of D-subminiature, from the Cannon part numbering system where such connectors’ designations are prefixed with D. Etymology templates: {{clipping|en|D-subminiature}} Clipping of D-subminiature Head templates: {{en-noun}} D-sub (plural D-subs)
  1. (electronics) an electrical connector with two or more rows of pins or sockets surrounded by a D-shaped metal shield Wikipedia link: D-sub Categories (topical): Connectors, Electronics Synonyms: D-subminiature Hyponyms: parallel port (alt: DB-25), serial port (alt: RS-232)

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