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Watt

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Definition

Watt is a unit of power, equal to one joule per second.

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Common collocations

  • kilowatt hour
  • watt meter
  • watt bulb
  • watt per square meter
  • watt peak
  • watt second

Word family

noun watt
adjective wattless

Usage note

The watt is a unit of power. It is often used in the context of electricity and light bulbs. It is named after James Watt.

Example sentences

  1. The lamp uses 40 watts of power.
  2. The air conditioner consumes 1500 watts.
  3. The solar panels generate 500 watts of electricity.
  4. The microwave oven uses 1000 watts of power.
  5. The electric car has a 50-kilowatt motor.

Quotes

  • The future is green energy, sustainability, renewable energy. - Arnold Schwarzenegger
  • Energy conservation is the foundation of energy independence. - Tom Allen
  • Solar power is the last energy resource that isn't owned yet - nobody taxes the sun yet. - Bonnie Raitt

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