power grid

Thân thiện

The power grid supplies electricity to the city.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • An interconnected network for electricity distribution: A "power grid" is a system of high-voltage transmission lines, substations, and related infrastructure that connects electricity producers (power plants) with consumers across a wide geographic area.

Usage

• The term "power grid" is used to describe the large-scale, interconnected physical system that delivers electrical power. It is often discussed in contexts of engineering, energy policy, reliability, and infrastructure.
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Advanced Usage

• "Grid stability": Refers to the ability of the power grid to maintain a consistent frequency and voltage.
  • Battery storage systems are crucial for maintaining grid stability when using intermittent solar power.
• "To be on/off the grid": While "the grid" here is a shortened form, it explicitly refers to the "power grid." It means to be connected to or disconnected from the public electricity supply.
  • The remote cabin is completely off the grid and generates its own power.

Variants and Related Words

• The grid (n): A common shortened form for "power grid" or "electrical grid."
• Electrical grid (n): A synonym for "power grid."
• Grid operator (n): The entity responsible for managing the flow of electricity across the power grid.
• Microgrid (n): A localized, smaller-scale grid that can operate independently or in conjunction with the main power grid.

Synonyms

• Electrical network: A technical synonym emphasizing the interconnected components.
• Transmission system: Highlights the high-voltage lines that transmit power over long distances.

Related Phrases

• Grid failure / Blackout: A complete loss of electrical power across a section of the grid.
  • A cascading grid failure led to a major blackout across several states.
• Grid capacity: The maximum amount of power the grid can deliver at a given time.
  • During the heatwave, demand nearly exceeded the grid capacity.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region

Từ đồng nghĩa

• power system
• grid