Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kilowatt
noun
/ˈkɪl.ə.wɒt/
Definition
A kilowatt is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts.
Examples
- The household consumes an average of 15 kilowatts of energy per day.
- A typical electric kettle uses about 2 kilowatts of power when boiling water.
- The solar panel system can generate up to 5 kilowatts during peak sunlight hours.
Meaning
Used to measure the rate of energy transfer, often used in reference to electrical power.
Synonyms
- thousand watts
- kW
