"Semi-conductors" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Semi-conductors are materials that have electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator. They can conduct electricity under certain conditions, but not as efficiently as metals (conductors) and not at all when they are not "activated" (like insulators). Semi-conductors are used in a wide range of applications, including electronics, solar panels, and computer chips.
Semi-blind refers to being partially sighted or having partially impaired eyesight, usually due to a medical condition or injury, where someone can see objects or scenes, but not with complete clarity or accuracy.
A musical notation term.<br><br>A dot placed above a note, indicating that the note should be played for half its usual duration.
A semi-detached house is a type of housing where two houses that are joined at one side and have a shared wall, but a separate entrance and separate ownership. The word "semi-detached" emphasizes that the house is not fully independent, as it shares a wall with a neighboring house.