Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
BTU
Noun
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Definition
BTU stands for British Thermal Unit, a traditional unit of heat defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
Examples
- The air conditioner has a cooling capacity of 12,000 BTUs.
- This furnace produces up to 40,000 BTUs, making it suitable for large spaces.
Meaning
It is commonly used in heating and cooling industries to measure energy output or energy consumption in heating systems and appliances.
Synonyms
- Thermal unit
- Heat unit
