emergency generator
/ɛmərʒɪnəri ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪtər/ · em·er·gen·cy gen·e·ra·tor
noun
- A device that provides electrical power during a power outage or other emergency situation. The hospital's emergency generator kicked in after the main power grid failed.
- A portable or mobile device that can be used to provide power in emergency situations, such as natural disasters or outdoor events. The emergency generator was used to power the communication equipment during the search and rescue operation.
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Did you know? Emergency generators are often used in critical infrastructure, such as hospitals and data centers, to ensure continuous operation during power outages.