The energy consumption
Example: Energy consumption reflects amount of energy used
Definition
"The energy consumption" refers to the total amount of energy used by a person, device, system, or organization over a specific period. It reflects how much power is required to operate or sustain activities, often measured in kilowatt-hours or other energy units.
Etymology
The phrase "the energy consumption" combines 'energy,' derived from the Greek word 'energeia,' meaning activity or operation, and 'consumption,' from Latin 'consumptio,' meaning to use up or spend. Together, they describe the act of using energy, a concept that became especially important during the industrial and technological revolutions.
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"The energy consumption" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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