death cap
The term "death cap" primarily refers to a highly toxic mushroom species, but it also has a specific meaning in the context of guitar amplifiers.
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Definition
C2Music
(slang, technical)A potentially dangerous capacitor located on the primary side of the power transformer in a guitar amplifier.
Example
- Musicians should be cautious when dealing with a death cap in their guitar amps.
- Replacing the death cap can prevent electrical hazards in older amplifiers.
C1Biology
(technical, scientific)A deadly mushroom species known for its greenish or yellowish cap, white gills, and a bulbous base, causing severe liver and kidney damage if consumed.
Example
- Even a small amount of a death cap can be fatal if ingested.
- The death cap is responsible for most mushroom-related fatalities worldwide.
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