overvoltage

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Noun

1. {{senseid|en|Q333853}} {{lb|en|physics}} The difference between the [[electric potential]] of an [[electrode]] or [[cell]] under the passage of a [[current]] and the [[thermodynamic]] value of the electrode or cell potential in the absence of [[electrolysis]].
2. {{senseid|en|Q333883}} The [[hazardous]] condition that occurs when the [[voltage]] in a [[circuit]] is raised above that for which it was designed.

Verb

1. To raise the voltage of a circuit beyond that for which it was designed.

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