de-energise

Thân thiện

The technician de-energises the electrical panel before starting work.

Definition

Verb: - To remove or reduce the energy from something; to make something inactive or non-functional by cutting off its power supply.

Usage

The verb "de-energise" is used to describe the action of deliberately making a system, circuit, or device inactive by disconnecting its source of energy. It is a formal or technical term, often used in engineering, electrical work, and safety procedures. - Always ensure you de-energise the circuit before beginning any repair work. - The safety protocol requires workers to de-energise the entire assembly line for maintenance.

Examples

• The technician will de-energise the high-voltage panel before inspection.
• To prevent an electrical shock, you must de-energise the equipment.
• The automatic system is designed to de-energise the motor in case of an overload.

Advanced Usage

• "De-energised" (Adjective/Past Participle): Used to describe the state of something that has had its energy removed.
  • The de-energised wires were safe to handle.
  • Always treat a circuit as live until it is tested and confirmed to be de-energised.

Variants and Related Words

• De-energize: The preferred spelling in American English.
• De-energisation/De-energization (Noun): The act or process of de-energising.
  • The de-energisation of the grid was necessary for the upgrade.

Synonyms

• Disable: To make something unable to function.
• Power down: To switch off the power to a machine or system.
• Shut off: To stop the flow or operation of something.

Antonyms

• Energise/Energize: To supply energy to; to activate.
• Power up: To switch on the power to a machine or system.
• Activate: To make something active or operational.

Học thuật

Verb

1. deprive of energy

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