derate

verb

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de·rate | \ (ˌ)dē-ˈrāt

derated; derating; derates

Definition of derate

transitive verb

: to lower the rated capability of (something, such as an electrical or mechanical apparatus) because of deterioration or inadequacy

Examples of derate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In 2014, Jalopnik's Rob Holland tried taking a Model S around the track, only for the battery to derate about three minutes in. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 6 Sep. 2019 The wheels are then derated to – that is, run at – 50 percent of maximum speed. — Charles Platt, WIRED, 1 May 2000

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