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overcurrents

overcurrents is the plural of overcurrent.

Meaning of overcurrent

Noun

overcurrent (countable and uncountable, plural overcurrents)

  1. A larger-than-intended electric current.
    • Overcurrent can lead to excessive heat generation and the risk of fire or damage to equipment.
    Synonyms:
    overamperage

Questions about overcurrents

What is overcurrents the plural of?
Overcurrents is the plural of overcurrent.

Words near overcurrents in the dictionary

  1. overcurling
  2. overcurls
  3. overcurrent
  4. overcurrent protective device
  5. overcurrent protective devices
  6. overcurrents
  7. overcurtain
  8. overcurtains
  9. overcurving
  10. overcut
  11. overcute

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