Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ampere
noun
/ˈamˌpɛr/
Definition
The ampere is the unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI).
Examples
- The current flowing through the wire is measured in amperes.
- A typical household circuit is rated at 15 or 20 amperes.
- The electrical device requires a current of 2 amperes to operate efficiently.
Meaning
It is defined as the amount of electric charge (in coulombs) that flows past a point in a circuit in one second when a constant current flows.
Synonyms
- current
- electricity
