A interrupção de energia
Example: A interrupção de energia afetou toda a cidade ontem à noite.
Definition
"A interrupção de energia" refers to the temporary loss or cutoff of electrical power supply to a specific area, causing devices and systems dependent on electricity to stop functioning until power is restored.
Etymology
The phrase "a interrupção de energia" comes from Portuguese, where "interrupção" means interruption or break, and "energia" means energy or power. It literally describes the act of breaking or stopping the flow of electrical energy. Did you know that the word "energia" originates from the Greek word "energeia," meaning activity or operation?
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