abamps
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/ˈæbæmps/
(abamp)
unit of electric current
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abamp' originates from the prefix 'ab-' meaning 'away from' and 'ampere,' a unit of electric current named after André-Marie Ampère.
Historical Evolution
'abamp' was derived from the combination of 'ab-' and 'ampere' to denote a larger unit of current.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a unit of electric current,' and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a unit of electric current equal to 10 amperes.
The circuit was designed to handle a current of 2 abamps.
Synonyms
decampere
Last updated: 2025/03/29 07:06