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polyphase

[ pol-ee-feyz ]

adjective

, Electricity.
  1. having more than one phase.
  2. of or relating to a set of alternating currents that have the same frequency but different phases phasis and that enter a specified region at more than two points.


polyphase

/ ˈpɒlɪˌfeɪz /

adjective

  1. Alsomultiphase (of an electrical system, circuit, or device) having, generating, or using two or more alternating voltages of the same frequency, the phases of which are cyclically displaced by fractions of a period See also single-phase two-phase three-phase
  2. having more than one phase
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of polyphase1

First recorded in 1890–95; poly- + phase
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Example Sentences

Mr. Tesla's work ranges far beyond the vast departments of polyphase currents and high potential lighting.

Both carry conductors in their slots, and these conductors in each case form a polyphase winding.

Hence in many places preference is now given to the polyphase system.

"Well, this one has a G. E. polyphase, monitor control, with ..." began the pressman.

Similarly the "polyphase" system—which is eminently adapted to installations of the nature indicated—must demand increasing attention.

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