Overload and Overdrive

Overload

Overload noun - An electrical load that exceeds the available electrical power.
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Overdrive and overload are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overdrive" instead a noun "Overload".

Nearby Words: overloaded, overloading

Overdrive

Overdrive noun - A high gear used at high speeds to maintain the driving speed with less output power.
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Overload and overdrive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Overload" instead a noun "Overdrive".

Nearby Words: overdriven, overdriving
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