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ampere

noun

/ˈæmpɛər/

Meaning

A unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI), symbolized as A.

The current flowing through the wire is measured in amperes.

current unit, electric current, SI unit, amp

voltage, resistance

electric ampere, measure in amperes, ampere rating, ampere unit

a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt and under a jacket

something that blocks or prevents movement or progress

Small loose grains of crushed rock, found on beaches and deserts.

a grammatical case indicating location or place

a person who receives something

a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows