Etymology
Meaning
"Off peak" refers to a period of time outside of the peak hours when demand and prices for a particular service or product are lower.
Origin
The term "off peak" originated in the early 20th century, particularly in the context of electricity usage. During peak hours, such as early mornings and evenings when people typically use more electricity for household appliances and lighting, demand and prices were higher. Utility companies introduced "off peak" rates to encourage consumers to shift their electricity usage to less busy periods, such as late nights and weekends, when demand was lower and prices could be reduced.
Over time, the term "off peak" was extended to other areas, including transportation, retail, and telecommunications. It now generally refers to any period of time when demand and prices for a particular service or product are lower.
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