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Time-of-day

Time-of-day lock-out or limit:  A special electric rate feature under which electricity usage is prohibited or restricted to a reduced level at fixed times of the day in return for a reduction in the price per kilowatt hour.

Time-of-day pricing:  A special electric rate feature under which the price per kilowatthour depends on the time of day.

Time-of-day rate:  The rate charged by an electric utility for service to various classes of customers. The rate reflects the different costs of providing the service at different times of the day.

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