circuit breaker vs distributor

circuit breaker

noun
  • An electrical switch capable of opening and closing an electrical circuit in all operating conditions, including fault situations. 

  • Synonym of trading curb 

  • More specifically, a circuit breaker that automatically breaks overcurrent conditions; a type of overcurrent protective device. 

  • Quarantine measures intended to prevent spread of pandemics, such as the coronavirus. 

distributor

noun
  • A device that distributes electric current, especially to the spark plugs in an internal combustion engine. 

  • One who or that which distributes. 

  • A machine for distributing type. 

  • An appliance, such as a roller, in a printing press, for distributing ink. 

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