Definition of Circuit breaker

1. Noun. A device that trips like a switch and opens the circuit when overloaded.

Exact synonyms: Breaker
Generic synonyms: Electrical Fuse, Fuse, Safety Fuse
Derivative terms: Break

Definition of Circuit breaker

1. Noun. (electrical engineering) An electrical switch capable of opening and closing an electrical circuit in all operating conditions, including fault situations. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

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