ampere
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/ˈæmˌpɛr/
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/ˈæm.pɛər/
unit of electric current
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampere' originates from French, specifically named after the physicist 'André-Marie Ampère'.
Historical Evolution
'ampere' was adopted into English from the French term 'ampère', which was named in honor of André-Marie Ampère.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used to denote the unit of electric current, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the base unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI), equivalent to one coulomb per second.
The circuit carries a current of 5 amperes.
Synonyms
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