Example: System failure occurs when system stops functioning correctly
Definition
"The system failure" refers to the event or condition in engineering where a system stops functioning correctly or ceases to operate as intended, causing disruption or breakdown in performance, often requiring troubleshooting or repair to restore normal operation.
The phrase "the system failure" combines "system," derived from the Greek 'systēma' meaning 'organized whole,' and "failure," from Old French 'faillure,' meaning 'a failing or defect.' Together, they describe the concept of an organized setup that has encountered a fault or breakdown.
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"The system failure" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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