ampere
Pronunciation
/ˈæmˌpɝ/
A
amp

Definition & Meaning of "ampere"in English

Ampere
01

the unit of electric current, symbolized as "A" in the International System of Units

ampere definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
amperes
Examples
The circuit was designed to handle a maximum current of 10 amperes to ensure safety.
02

a historical unit of electric current, slightly smaller than the SI ampere

Examples
Experiments from the 19th century measured current in old-style amperes.
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