The load shedding
Example: Load shedding cuts power to prevent system overload
Definition
"Load shedding" refers to the intentional, temporary interruption of electrical power supply to certain areas or consumers in order to prevent the overall electrical grid from becoming overloaded and failing. It is a controlled measure used to maintain system stability during high demand or supply shortages.
Etymology
The term "load shedding" originates from the combination of "load," referring to the electrical demand on a power system, and "shedding," meaning to discard or get rid of. The phrase describes the process of 'shedding' or reducing the electrical load to protect the system. Did you know? The concept became widespread with the rise of complex electrical grids needing balance between supply and demand.
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"The load shedding" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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