uncontrolled current

[/ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld ˈkɜrənt/]
nounpl: uncontrolled currents
corrente não controlada
1. An electric current that flows without regulation or restraint, potentially causing damage or hazard
The uncontrolled current caused the circuit breaker to trip immediately.
A corrente não controlada fez o disjuntor disparar imediatamente.
2. A water current or flow that cannot be managed or redirected by human intervention
Swimmers were warned about the uncontrolled current in the river after heavy rainfall.
Os nadadores foram avisados sobre a corrente não controlada no rio após chuvas intensas.
3. Any flow of force or energy that operates without limitation or oversight
The uncontrolled current of traffic made the intersection dangerous.
A corrente não controlada de tráfego tornou o cruzamento perigoso.
In Brazil, electrical safety is a serious concern, and 'corrente não controlada' is commonly discussed in workplace safety training and emergency response contexts. In the USA, the term is primarily used in electrical engineering, maritime safety, and technical documentation. The phrase reflects universal safety concerns across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unregulated currentrogue currentwild currentunbridled current
Antonyms / Antônimos
controlled currentregulated currentmanaged current

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
corrente não controlada
Standard term used in electrical and general contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
corrente descontrolada
Alternative form sometimes used in technical documentation
Portugal
corrente incontrolada
Portuguese European variant, commonly used in electrical engineering contexts
Rio de Janeiro
corrente solte
Colloquial expression meaning uncontrolled/loose current in informal speech

Related Words

electrical currentcircuit controlcurrent regulationsafety mechanismcircuit breaker

Related Idioms & Phrases

lose control of the current
ride an uncontrolled current
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