overvoltage

noun

over·volt·age | \ ˌō-vər-ˈvōl-tij

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Definition of overvoltage

1 : the excess potential required for the discharge of an ion at an electrode over and above the equilibrium potential of the electrode

2 : voltage in excess of the normal operating voltage of a device or circuit

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