high-tension

[ hahy-ten-shuhn ]

adjective

, Electricity.

1. subjected to or capable of operating under relatively high voltage:

   high-tension wire.

high-tension

noun

1. modifier subjected to, carrying, or capable of operating at a relatively high voltage HT

   a high-tension wire

high-tension

1. Having a high voltage, or designed to work at or sustain high voltages. High-tension wires used to carry electrical power over long distances sustain voltages over 200,000 volts.
2. Compare low-tension

Word History and Origins

Origin of high-tension¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Its principle of action does not differ in essentials from the high tension type previously described.

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The moving parts of the magneto need never be disturbed if the high-tension winding is to be removed.

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The equipment consists of the magneto, coil and special high-tension switch.

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The high-tension terminal brush on the side of the magneto should also be carefully inspected for proper tension.

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This outer coil is termed the "secondary" winding and is the one from which the high-tension, or transformed, current is taken.

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