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abvolt

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/ˈæbˌvoʊlt/

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/ˈæbˌvəʊlt/

small unit of voltage

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abvolt' originates from the combination of the prefix 'ab-' meaning 'away from' and 'volt,' named after Alessandro Volta, an Italian physicist.

Historical Evolution

'abvolt' was coined in the early 20th century as part of the CGS system of units.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it was introduced as a precise measurement unit in electromagnetism, and its meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a unit of electromotive force equal to one hundred-millionth of a volt.

The abvolt is used in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units.

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Last updated: 2025/04/09 22:06