Power Grid (Noun)
Meaning
A system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The power grid in the city was severely damaged during the hurricane, leaving thousands without electricity.
- A team of engineers worked tirelessly to repair the power grid after the devastating storm.
- The new power plant was connected to the power grid, increasing the region's energy capacity.
- The power grid was upgraded to accommodate the growing demand for electricity in the rapidly expanding city.
- A cyber attack on the power grid could have catastrophic consequences for the entire region.