kettle lead
A "kettle lead" is a type of power cable designed to handle high temperatures, commonly used in household appliances such as electric kettles.
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Definition
B2Household Appliances
(technical)A power cable designed to connect high-temperature appliances, like electric kettles, to a power source.
Example
- She plugged the kettle lead into the socket to boil water for tea.
C1Computing
(technical, informal)A power cable similar in appearance to those used for computers, but designed for high-temperature appliances.
Example
- The technician mistakenly used a kettle lead for the computer monitor.
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