What is the meaning of Resistor?

One who resists, especially a person who fights against an occupying army.

An electric component that transmits current in direct proportion to the voltage across it.

resistor (component with constant resistance)

resistor: an electric component that transmits current in direct proportion to the voltage across it.

resistor (component that implements electrical resistance)

resistor (component that implements electrical resistance)

a resistor

Source: wiktionary.org