Short-circuit — synonyms, definition

1. short-circuit (Noun)

1 definition

short-circuit (Noun) — Accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference.

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2. short-circuit (Verb)

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3 definitions

short-circuit (Verb) — Hamper the progress of; impede. ex. "short-circuit warm feelings"

short-circuit (Verb) — Create a short circuit in.

short-circuit (Verb) — Avoid something unpleasant or laborious. ex. "You cannot short-circuit these rules!"

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