ClimateAugust 11, 2026
guzzles
GUH-zuhlz
Definition
To consume large quantities of a resource, especially energy or power, greedily or rapidly.
Etymology
Originating in the mid-16th century, the word likely derives from the Middle French 'gosier' meaning 'throat' or 'gullet.' It mimics the sound of rapid, greedy swallowing.
In the news
In the context of AI, the term is used to describe how massive data centers require enormous amounts of electricity to power sophisticated machine learning models. It highlights the environmental and operational challenges posed by AI's high energy consumption.
AI (artificial intelligence)
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