Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
horsepower
Noun
ˈhɔrsˌpaʊər
Definition
A unit of measurement used to quantify the power of engines and motors.
Examples
- The car’s engine has a horsepower of 300, allowing it to accelerate quickly.
- Tractors often have high horsepower ratings to handle heavy loads.
- Racing cars are designed with a focus on maximizing horsepower for better speed on the track.
Meaning
Horsepower indicates the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, typically used in the context of measuring the performance of vehicles and machinery.
Synonyms
- Brake horsepower
- Metric horsepower
- Electrical horsepower
