power service
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3.0
- noun
- /ˈpaʊər ˈsɜrvɪs/
- If you move to a new apartment, you need to arrange for power service before you arrive.
Examples
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The power service was interrupted last night.
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I need to contact my power service provider.
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Due to scheduled maintenance by the power service, electricity will be temporarily unavailable tomorrow morning.
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The local power service was restored after the storm knocked out electricity for hours.
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The local government is working to improve power service for all residents.
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Many businesses rely on a reliable power service to operate smoothly during working hours.
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He reported that power service interruptions have been a frequent issue lately.
Synonyms
235
3.3
A service that supplies water, gas, or electricity to homes
31
3.5
A company that makes and provides electricity to homes and businesses
18
3.2
An organization that provides essential services like water or electricity and is regulated by the government
14
2.9
A company that makes and sends power to homes and businesses
1
2.9
A company that supplies water, electricity, or gas and is run under government rules
1
3.6
A company that provides electricity to homes and streets
How Extensive
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'a utility that supplies electricity' is directly and compositionally derived from 'power' (electricity) plus 'service' (provision/utility). This straightforward noun+noun combination follows common, cross-linguistic patterns, so a B1 learner who knows both words is likely to understand the MWE.
Etymology
The term power service comes from a simple image: power is the electricity and service is the help a company gives by 'supplying' it. So power service means the company or public utility that 'supplies electricity' to homes and businesses.