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ammeter

 

[ ˈæmɪtə(r) ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

electrical measurement

An ammeter is an instrument used for measuring electric current in a circuit. It typically measures current in units of amperes. Ammeters can be analog or digital, displaying the current flowing through a conductor. This device is essential in electrical engineering and physics for diagnosing circuit functionality.

Synonyms

amp meter, current meter

Examples of usage

  • The technician used an ammeter to check the current draw.
  • An ammeter is crucial when troubleshooting electrical systems.
  • Make sure the ammeter is properly rated for your application.

Translations

Translations of the word "ammeter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 amperímetro

🇮🇳 एम्पीयरमीटर

🇩🇪 Amperemeter

🇮🇩 ammeter

🇺🇦 амперметр

🇵🇱 amperomierz

🇯🇵 アンペアメーター

🇫🇷 ampèremètre

🇪🇸 amperímetro

🇹🇷 ampermetre

🇰🇷 암페어미터

🇸🇦 مقياس الأمبير

🇨🇿 ampérmetr

🇸🇰 ampérmeter

🇨🇳 安培计

🇸🇮 ampermeter

🇮🇸 ammeter

🇰🇿 амперметр

🇬🇪 ამპერიმეტრი

🇦🇿 ampermetr

🇲🇽 amperímetro

Etymology

The term 'ammeter' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'a-' from the Latin word 'ampere', named after the French physicist André-Marie Ampère, and the suffix '-meter,' which comes from the Greek word 'metron' meaning 'measure'. The term came into use in the late 19th century as electrical engineering developed and the need for accurate measurement of electric current became apparent. Prior to this, the methods for measuring current were rudimentary and lacked precision. The invention of more reliable ammeters allowed for advancements in various technologies reliant on electric current, facilitating developments in both commercial and residential electrical systems.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,472, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.