de-energize
Definition
- Verb:
- To deprive of energy; to disconnect from a source of power or to make inactive.
Usage
The verb de-energize is used to describe the action of removing energy or power from a system, device, or circuit. It is a technical term commonly used in engineering, electronics, and safety procedures to indicate that something has been made safe by cutting off its power supply. It implies a deliberate action to stop the flow of energy.
Examples
- Verb:
- Before performing maintenance, the technician must de-energize the electrical panel.
- The safety protocol requires workers to de-energize all machinery before cleaning.
- To prevent a short circuit, de-energize the circuit by switching off the breaker.
Advanced Usage
- "to de-energize a system": To make an entire operational system inactive by cutting off its power source.
- The control room operator will de-energize the system for the scheduled upgrade.
Variants and Related Words
De-energization (n): The act or process of de-energizing.
- Proper de-energization is the first step in the lockout/tagout procedure.
Energize (v): The direct opposite, meaning to supply with energy or to activate.
- You can energize the motor by pressing the green button.
Synonyms
- Disconnect: To break the connection of.
- Power down: To switch off the power to a device or system.
- Shut off: To stop the operation or flow.
Antonyms
- Energize: To give energy to; to activate.
- Power up: To supply power to; to start.
- Activate: To make active or operative.
Verb
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deprive of energy
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