short circuit

Meanings

• An electrical short circuit is an unintended connection between two or more points in an electrical circuit, causing the current to flow through an unintended, lower resistance path. This can result in various electrical and thermal effects, including electrical arcing, melting of insulating materials, and potential damage to electrical equipment and other property.

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Synonyms

short , short out

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short-circuit , short-circuited , short-circuiting , short-circuits , short circuit , short circuits

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Etymology

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The term 'short circuit' refers to an electrical condition where the current flows through an unintended, lower resistance path instead of following the intended circuit. The term 'short' refers to the fact that the current is flowing through a shorter, lower resistance path than intended.

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1. Electrical fault: An electrical fault is any abnormal condition or deviation from the intended design or operation of an electrical system or component. Electrical faults can range from relatively harmless, intermittent problems to potentially catastrophic failures that can cause significant damage to property and equipment, as well as pose a risk to human safety and health.

2. Circuit breaker: A circuit breaker is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess current from an overload or short circuit.

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In popular culture, the term 'short circuit' is often used metaphorically to describe a sudden, unexpected disruption or failure of a system or process. For example, in business and finance, a 'short circuit' might refer to a sudden, unexpected drop in stock prices or other market conditions.

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