Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nanowatt
Noun
ˈnænəˌwɑt
Definition
A nanowatt is one billionth of a watt, a unit of power.
Examples
- The sensors in this device operate on just a few nanowatts of power.
- Researchers are developing nanotechnology that consumes only nanowatts to function efficiently.
- Nanowatt-level energy consumption is crucial for modern, low-power electronics.
Meaning
It is a measure of power that is often used to describe extremely small amounts of electrical energy.
Synonyms
- nW
- one billionth of a watt
