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fail-safe

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Definitions

adj.

Designed to return to a safe condition or prevent harm automatically if something goes wrong.

自动防故障的,故障保险的

n.

A device or mechanism that ensures safety in the event of a failure.

自动防故障装置

v.

To compensate automatically when a failure occurs; to add a safety mechanism to a system.

自动防故障;加装安全装置

Root Breakdown

Native English
fail-safeother
=fail-safe

Common Collocations

  • 1.fail-safe mechanism故障保险装置
  • 2.[HF] fail-safe system[HF] 故障保险系统

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    This system has a fail-safe mechanism to prevent errors.

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