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parallel (adjective) (not comparable)
1. In geometry, relating to or being lines, planes, or curved surfaces that are always the same distance apart and therefore never meet: The notebook that Susan bought had parallel or horizontal lines which helped her do her homework.
Parallel means literally "beside each other".
2. Relating to two things that are comparable because they are similar and share many characteristics: The two parallel events were both concerts and took place at the same time of day.
Something or someone that possesses the property of being analogous to another thing or person: Shirley was certainly a parallel to her sister who looked exactly like her because she had the same eye and hair color, stature, and personality.
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multiple series, parallel series
The connecting of two or more series of circuits in parallel.
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multi-, mult-
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parallel
Lines or planes that are equidistant from each other and do not intersect.
Any perpendicular distance between parallel lines or planes is the same at any location.
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Measurements and Mathematics Terms
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parallel connection
A way of joining solar cells or photovoltaic modules by connecting positive leads together and negative leads together; such a configuration increases the current, but not the voltage.
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Photovoltaic Conversion Efficiency Terms +
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