AMPERE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a former unit of electric current (slightly smaller than the SI ampere)

Categories: Current unit

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

Example: a typical household circuit carries 15 to 50 amps

Categories: Current unit

Synonyms

Ampere, Amp, A, International ampere