What is another word for capacitor?
Pronunciation: [kəpˈasɪtə] (IPA) 
A capacitor is an electronic component that stores electrical energy in an electric field and drives current through it. Other names for this device include condenser and capacity. A condenser is an older term used before the word "capacitor" became widely accepted, but the two words are synonymous. Capacity refers to the device's ability to store electric charge, and is often used interchangeably with capacitor. Some other synonyms include energy storage device, electronic battery, and energy reservoir. These terms all describe the same electronic component, but may be used in different contexts or by different manufacturers. Regardless of terminology, capacitors play a crucial role in countless electronic devices and systems.
