volt

/vɒlt/

noun

  1. 1

    In the International System of Units, the derived unit of electrical potential and electromotive force (voltage); the potential difference across a conductor when a current of one ampere uses one watt of power. Symbol: V

noun

  1. 1

    A circular tread; a gait by which a horse going sideways round a centre makes two concentric tracks.

  2. 2

    A sudden movement to avoid a thrust.

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