electrical fuse

Other forms: electrical fuses

Definitions of electrical fuse
  1. noun
    an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded
    synonyms: fuse, safety fuse
    see moresee less
    types:
    cartridge fuse
    a fuse cased in a tube
    breaker, circuit breaker
    a device that trips like a switch and opens the circuit when overloaded
    plug fuse
    a fuse with a thread that screws into a socket
    type of:
    electrical device
    a device that produces or is powered by electricity
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘electrical fuse'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family