power failure

• Interruption ou arrêt complet de la fourniture d'électricité à un bâtiment, un quartier ou un appareil.

A situation where the supply of electrical power to a building, area, or device is interrupted or stops completely.

1. Loss of electrical powerB1formal

   An interruption in the supply of electricity to a building or area.

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   • The storm caused a power failure that lasted for hours.
   • We had a power failure during the exam, so we had to use candles.
   • The hospital has a backup generator in case of a power failure.