derate
verb
de·rate
(ˌ)dē-ˈrāt 
derated; derating; derates
: 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
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
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'derate.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near derate
Cite this Entry
“Derate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/derate. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share