English Explanatory Dictionary

hydropeaking

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The practice of releasing pulses of water to increase hydroelectric power production at hydro dams to meet peak daily electricity demand.

Word forms

hydropeaking hydropeakings

Etymology

From hydro- + peaking.

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