overvoltage
Meanings
noun
- The difference between the electric potential of an electrode or cell under the passage of a current and the thermodynamic value of the electrode or cell potential in the absence of electrolysis.
- The hazardous condition that occurs when the voltage in a circuit is raised above that for which it was designed.
verb
- To raise the voltage of a circuit beyond that for which it was designed.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
From over- + voltage.
Synonyms
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