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solar panel
/ˈsəʊ.lə ˈpæn.əl/
[/ˈsəʊ.lə ˈpæn.əl/]
sunlight energy collector
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A flat device that turns sunlight into electricity.
Example
They installed a solar panel on the roof to reduce their electricity bills and pollution.
They installed a solar panel on the roof to reduce their electricity bills and pollution.
Etymology
Combining 'solar' (from Latin 'sol', sun) and 'panel' (from Old French 'panel', a piece).
How & Where It’s Used
Part of the move toward clean, renewable energy.