power connection
[ˈpaʊər kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: power connections
conexão de energia
1. a physical link or interface that supplies electrical power to a device or system
Make sure the power connection is secure before turning on the machine.
Certifique-se de que a conexão de energia está segura antes de ligar a máquina.
2. a relationship or access to influential people or resources that can provide advantage
His power connections in the government helped him secure the contract.
Suas conexões poderosas no governo o ajudaram a conseguir o contrato.
3. a direct line of electrical supply from a power source to equipment
The server requires a stable power connection to prevent data loss.
O servidor requer uma conexão de energia estável para evitar perda de dados.
In Brazil, 'conexão de energia' is predominantly used in technical and industrial contexts. The figurative meaning of 'power connections' referring to influential relationships is understood universally but more commonly expressed as 'conexões influentes' or 'contatos poderosos'. In the USA, this term is equally used both literally (electrical) and figuratively (social/political influence).
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