amperes
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/ˈæmˌpɛrz/
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/ˈæmˌpɛəz/
(ampere)
unit of electric current
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampere' originates from French, specifically the name 'André-Marie Ampère', a French physicist and mathematician.
Historical Evolution
'ampere' was named after André-Marie Ampère, who was a pioneer in the study of electromagnetism.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was a term to honor André-Marie Ampère, and it evolved into its current meaning as a unit of electric current.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the 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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