The amount of energy being consumed in an electric system over an interval in time, as determined by dividing the total number of kilowatt-hours by the number of units of time in the interval.

The total demand for water during a period of time divided by the number of days in that time period. This is also called the average daily demand.

Total amount of the particular unit divide by given periods of time ; fore example in daily term, weekly term or monthly way

The energy demand for a given location over a period of time. For example, the number of kilowatt-hours used in a 24-hour period, divided by 24 hours, tells the average demand for that location in tha [..]

The energy demand in a given geographical area over a period of time. For example, the number of kilowatt-hours used in a 24-hour period, divided by 24, tells the average demand for that period. (SOURCE: California Energy Commission, http://www.consumerenergycenter.org)