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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

switchgear

/swɪtʃɡɛər/ noun · British & US
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What does switchgear mean?

noun

Electrical equipment consisting of switches, circuit breakers, and other devices for controlling the flow of electric current. The equipment that controls the flow of electric current in a power system.

Example

"The power plant's switchgear was designed to handle the increased load during peak hours."

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