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EWS
/ˌiː.dʌb.liuː ˈwɪl.nɪŋ ˈsɪs.təm/
Early Warning System
The EWS detected a potential structural failure in the bridge.
The system alerted engineers to a possible collapse before it happened.
Engineering
technical
A system designed to detect and alert about potential hazards or failures in advance.
Modern buildings often include EWS to monitor seismic activity.
These systems help buildings withstand earthquakes by providing early warnings.
Common in civil engineering, aviation, and industrial safety.
Collocations
activate the EWSto turn on the systemEWS alerta warning issued by the system
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Pro Tip
Technical Context
EWS is often used in engineering and safety fields, so ensure proper context when using it.
Gold Rule
Abbreviation Clarity
Always clarify 'EWS' as 'Early Warning System' in formal writing to avoid confusion.
Word Origin
Acronym derived from 'Early Warning System'
Usage Notes
Primarily used in technical and safety contexts. Not to be confused with 'Emergency Warning System' in some contexts.
Word Breakdown
E
Early
prefixW
Warning
prefixS
System
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