power surge
"Power surges" are sudden spikes in electrical voltage or current that can damage or destroy electronic devices.
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Definition
B2Electrical Systems
(technical)A sudden and brief increase in electrical voltage or current that can damage electronic devices.
Example
- A power surge during the storm fried my computer's motherboard.
- Surge protectors are essential to safeguard your electronics from power surges.
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