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watt

Noun

Definitions

1. watt
2. Watt

A loanword from English referring to the unit of power called the "watt," used in science and everyday contexts to measure electrical power. You will commonly see it on appliances and lightbulbs to indicate how much power they consume.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

At a café in the evening, I asked the staff, "How many watts does this outlet handle?"

Sentence 2

The manual says continuous use should stay under 700 watts.

Sentence 3

"Only 30 watts?!" he said, visibly disappointed.

Sentence 4

What's the wattage on that charger on your desk?

Sentence 5

"What's the wattage on that speaker?!" my friend asked excitedly.