Meaning & Definition of word "Watt"

Watt

/wɒt/

noun:

  • 1. A unit of power in the International System of Units, equivalent to one joule per second, commonly used to quantify the rate of energy transfer.
    • Example: The light bulb consumes 60 watts of power.
  • 2. A measure of the rate at which electrical energy is transferred or converted.
    • Example: This solar panel can produce up to 300 watts of electricity.
  • 3. Used to describe electrical devices in terms of their power consumption.
    • Example: The new microwave oven uses 1200 watts.
  • 4. Colloquially, refers to the energy output of an engine or motor.
    • Example: The car's engine generates 150 horsepower, which is roughly equivalent to 112 kW or about 150,000 watts.

Etymology

Named after James Watt, 18th-century Scottish inventor.

Common Phrases and Expressions

watt's up:

A casual greeting or inquiry about what someone is doing.

watts of power:

Referring to the amount of energy capacity or consumption.

Related Words

joule:

The standard unit of energy in the International System of Units.

volt:

The unit of electric potential or electromotive force.

Slang Meanings of watt

Meaning: Watt as a playful inquiry about someone's knowledge or awareness.

Example Sentence: Watt are you talking about?

Meaning: Used in a context to express disbelief or confusion.

Example Sentence: What? Watt did you say?