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solar panel Definition

solar panel

noun

a large, thin panel consisting of an array of solar cells, often attached to artificial satellites, rooftops, etc. to generate electricity directly from sunlight

solar panel Usage Examples

Preposition: on

  • roof: We will work with businesses and communities to install solar panels on one million roofs around our nation by 2010.
  • top: Bedfordshire County Council is installing a 34 square meter array of solar panels on top of its roof in a bid to save energy.

Preposition: as

  • standard: All new properties both business and residential to be fitted with solar panels as standard.

Adjective modifier

  • separate: Operates in direct sunlight Powered by a separate solar panel ( supplied ).
  • big: Selecting say LED lighting, very high insulation, flat screen TV and portable is economically more relevant than getting ever bigger solar panels.

Converse of object

  • install: We will work with businesses and communities to install solar panels on one million roofs around our nation by 2010.
  • mount: Defra have installed 13m ² of roof mounted solar panels providing hot water throughout the year for 120 staff at Bury St Edmunds.
  • include: All new houses will be highly insulated, and there will be incentives for builders to include solar panels / solar water heaters.
  • have: The mono-pitch roof of the tower may have solar panels fitted, in order to provide hot water for the building.
  • get: Selecting say LED lighting, very high insulation, flat screen TV and portable is economically more relevant than getting ever bigger solar panels.
  • incorporate: All new roof build ( new houses and extensions ) to incorporate solar panels for planning permission.

Preposition: in

  • roof: Solar panels in the roof provide hot water when the Aga is not in use in the summer.

Converse of subject

  • power: The low voltage pump is powered by an independent solar panel.