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Definition of load-shedding noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

load-shedding

noun
 
/ˈləʊd ʃedɪŋ/
 
/ˈləʊd ʃedɪŋ/
[uncountable]
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  1. the practice of stopping the supply of electricity for a period of time because the demand is greater than the supply
    • Scheduled load-shedding will be implemented Monday to Saturday.
    • problems caused by load-shedding
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