Electrical Safety Terms

verb to remove energy from something, to make something less energetic or active

• It is important to de energize the machinery before performing any maintenance.
• Make sure to de energize the equipment before tinkering with it.
• Don't forget to de juice the device before messing around with it.
• Taking a break from work can help de energize your mind and body.

noun the process of killing someone by means of an electric shock

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• The worker died from electrocution while working on the power lines.
• He got a nasty shock from the faulty wiring, but luckily avoided electrocution.
• Don't touch that exposed wire or you'll get zapped with some serious electrocution!
• The sudden surge of emotions felt like an emotional electrocution.

verb past tense of ground, meaning to connect with the ground or provide a basis for something

adjective having a solid or secure foundation

• The pilot grounded the plane due to bad weather conditions.
• My parents grounded me for a week after I broke curfew.
• I got grounded for a month because I failed my math test.
• Her strong values and principles keep her grounded in times of uncertainty.