The transformer
Example: Transformer changes voltage levels in power systems
Definition
"The transformer" is a device used in electrical systems to change voltage levels between circuits, either stepping voltage up or down, enabling efficient power transmission and distribution.
Etymology
The term "the transformer" derives from the verb 'transform,' which comes from the Latin 'transformare,' meaning to change in shape or form. It was adopted in electrical engineering to describe a device that changes electrical energy from one circuit to another with altered voltage.
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"The transformer" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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