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Noun — A facility that converts or regulates electricity from high-voltage transmission lines for local use.

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Etymology

From sub- ("under, secondary") plus station.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “substation” mean?

The word “substation” means a facility that converts or regulates electricity from high-voltage transmission lines for local use. In plain terms, a smaller, local version of a bigger station — most often used for electricity.

How do you use “substation” in a sentence?

Here is “substation” used in a sentence: “A fault at the substation knocked out power to the whole street.”

What part of speech is “substation”?

“Substation” is a noun.

How many meanings does “substation” have?

“Substation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a facility that converts or regulates electricity from high-voltage transmission lines for local use.

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