single-phase

[ sing-guhl-feyz ]

adjective

, Electricity.

1. noting or pertaining to a circuit having an alternating current with one phase or with phases differing by 180°.

single-phase

adjective

1. (of a system, circuit, or device) having, generating, or using a single alternating voltage

Word History and Origins

Origin of single-phase¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

It would hit his company hard in its heavy tonnage district, but that was only a single phase of the situation.

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The Central Processor and memory together require thirty amperes of 110 volts single phase 60 cycle ac.

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If single-phase or two-phase current is transmitted, each cable should contain the two conductors that go to make up a circuit.

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A single phase of the controversy will serve to illustrate the general drift of the discussion throughout the Union.

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A Martin rotary converter to be operated from a single-phase line is shown in Figure 147.

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