The difference between Disconnect and Disconnector

When used as nouns, disconnect means a break or interruption in an existing connection, continuum, or process, whereas disconnector means a switching device used to open an electric circuit when there is no current through it. they are used to isolate a part of an electrical system to allow the maintenance staff a safe access to it.


Disconnect is also verb with the meaning: to sever or interrupt a connection.

check bellow for the other definitions of Disconnect and Disconnector

  1. Disconnect as a verb (transitive):

    To sever or interrupt a connection.

  2. Disconnect as a verb (intransitive):

    Of a person, to become detached or withdrawn.

  3. Disconnect as a verb (transitive):

    To remove the connection between an appliance and an electrical power source.

  1. Disconnect as a noun:

    A break or interruption in an existing connection, continuum, or process; disconnection.

  2. Disconnect as a noun:

    A switch used to isolate a portion of an electrical circuit.

  3. Disconnect as a noun:

    A lack of connection or accord; a mismatch.

    Examples:

    "There's a disconnect between what they think is happening and what is really going on."

  4. Disconnect as a noun (Scientology):

    The deliberate severing of ties with family, friends, etc. considered antagonistic towards Scientology.

  1. Disconnector as a noun (electrical engineering):

    A switching device used to open an electric circuit when there is no current through it. They are used to isolate a part of an electrical system to allow the maintenance staff a safe access to it.

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