ground power
The term "ground power" is used in various contexts, including aviation, maritime, and military operations, to describe the supply of electrical power or the capability of forces on land.
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Definition
B2Aviation
(technical)Electricity provided to an aircraft from a ground source while it is not in flight.
Example
- The ground power unit supplied the necessary electricity to the airplane while it was parked at the gate.
B2Maritime
(technical)Electricity supplied from the shore to a vessel while it is docked.
Example
- The ship connected to ground power to maintain its systems while at berth.
B2Military
(technical)The capability of armed forces to conduct operations on land.
Example
- The country's ground power was crucial in the successful defense of its territory.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ground power":
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