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Fuses

Noun / ˈfju:zʌz / / ˈfju:zɪz / Another word for fuses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fuses are safety devices that protect electrical circuits by melting and breaking the circuit when too much electricity flows through them.

Synonyms & similar words

fuse meld combine fusee conflate merge defuse immix blend fuze priming primer commingle flux mix coalesce fuzee breakers switches interrupters protectors safeguards cutoffs disconnects shutoffs arresters limiters regulators controllers governors moderators reducers diminishers restrainers

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Example sentences

  1. I need to check the fuses in my car's engine.
  2. The fuses in the house blew when we plugged in too many appliances.
  3. The electrician replaced the blown fuse in the circuit breaker box.
  4. The fuses in the amplifier need to be replaced.
  5. I always keep spare fuses in my toolbox.

Quotes

  • The fuses are lit! We're going to have a party!
  • When the fuses in your life blow, just keep going.
  • Life is like a box of fuses, you never know which one is going to blow.

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