powerhouse

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The definition of a powerhouse is a powerful or energetic person, or a building that creates electric power.

(noun)

  1. An example of a powerhouse is a person who follows a strict workout routine every day.
  2. An example of a powerhouse is a local building that creates electrical power for the community.

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See powerhouse in Webster's New World College Dictionary

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noun

  1. a building where electric power is generated
  2. Informal a powerful person, team, etc.

See powerhouse in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. See power plant.
  2. One that possesses great force or energy: She is an editorial powerhouse.

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