power line

noun

, Electricity.

1. a line for conducting electric power.

power line

noun

1. a set of conductors used to transmit and distribute electrical energy Sometimes shortened toline

Word History and Origins

Origin of power line¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

The man, was working near the intersection of Idaho Avenue and Skyline Drive in Escondido when he was electrocuted by a power line, reported KNSD-TV.

From Los Angeles Times

Energy Minister Opiyo Wandayi told a parliamentary committee on Thursday there was no bribery or corruption involved in the procurement of the power lines.

From BBC

Ventura County was also the epicenter of the region’s two most devastating recent fires, both sparked by power lines.

From Los Angeles Times

He noted that many highly-populated cities in India have underground power lines and that other states have taken such a step to protect other bird species in the past.

From BBC

Overhead, beyond a tangle of power lines, a long-winged bird made lazy circles in the sky.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• cable
• cord
• power cable