CEFR B1

power source

noun phrase

Meaning

A device or location from which electrical energy is obtained.

Examples

The solar panel acts as a renewable power source for the house.
A portable generator can serve as an emergency power source during an outage.

Synonyms: energy source, electricity supply, current

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power source (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈpaʊər sɔːrs/

Definition

A device or location from which electrical energy is obtained.

Examples

The solar panel acts as a renewable power source for the house.
A portable generator can serve as an emergency power source during an outage.
Batteries are a common power source for small electronic devices.

How to Use power source

power source for (prepositional phrase): Indicates what the power source is used to operate or supply. — "The battery serves as the power source for the flashlight."

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