The outage
Example: Outage interrupts electricity supply temporarily
Definition
"The outage" refers to a temporary interruption in the supply of electricity or other services, causing a loss of power or functionality. It usually occurs due to technical faults, maintenance, or external factors, affecting homes, businesses, or infrastructure.
Etymology
The term "the outage" comes from the verb 'out,' meaning 'away' or 'outside,' combined with 'age,' a suffix indicating an action or process. It originally described the act of being out of service or connection, particularly in the context of utilities like electricity.
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"The outage" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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