high-voltage

adjective

high-volt·​age ˈhī-ˈvōl-tij How to pronounce high-voltage (audio)
Synonyms of high-voltagenext
: marked by great energy : electric, dynamic
a high-voltage performance

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The previously unreported recall involves replacing modules in the high-voltage battery packs of the compact SUV, a crucial model in Volvo's push to compete with cheaper Chinese brands. Marie Mannes, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026 The massive machine will help to meet the high demand for high-voltage power cables required for renewable energy operations. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026 It is expected to produce 100 gigawatts of offshore wind energy — enough to power around 50 million homes — connected to countries through high-voltage subsea cables. Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026 The new architecture instead uses the EV’s high-voltage battery to power everything. Michael Wayland, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-voltage

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First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high-voltage was in 1909

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“High-voltage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-voltage. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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