The peak load
Example: Peak load represents highest electricity demand period
Definition
"The peak load" refers to the period or amount of highest electricity demand within a specific timeframe, often during the day, when energy consumption reaches its maximum level and utilities must supply additional power to meet this increased need.
Etymology
The term "the peak load" combines 'peak,' originating from Old English 'pīc,' meaning the pointed top of something, and 'load,' from Old English 'lad,' meaning a carrying or burden. Together, they describe the highest burden or demand on an electrical system.
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"The peak load" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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