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single-phasing

noun · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The abnormal operation of a three-phase machine when its supply is changed by the accidental opening of one conductor.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: business, electrical, electrical-engineering, electricity, electromagnetism, energy, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, physics

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

present participle and gerund of single-phase

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

Examples

  • That drill-press sounds like it is single-phasing - and look at the smoke coming from the motor!

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From single-phase.