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substation

/ˌsʌbˈsteɪʃən/ /ˌsʌbˈsteɪʃn̩/

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noun

Подстанция

A site where electricity supplied by long-distance (high-voltage) transmission lines is transformed and/or regulated for local (low-voltage) distribution.

Examples :

"The neighborhood's substation converts high-voltage electricity from the power plant into lower voltage so it can safely power our homes and businesses. "

Подстанция в районе преобразует высоковольтное электричество от электростанции в более низкое напряжение, чтобы безопасно питать наши дома и предприятия.

utility technology energy building electric industry machine

Illustration substation - Image 1

noun

Участок, отделение полиции

A satellite police station serving one neighborhood or part of a larger jurisdiction.

Examples :

"The neighborhood felt safer after the police opened a substation on Elm Street. "

Район почувствовал себя безопаснее после того, как полиция открыла отделение на улице Элм-стрит.

police government area building service