Amp: meaning, definitions and examples

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amp

 

[ รฆmp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

electronic device

An amp, short for an amplifier, is an electronic device that increases the power of a signal. It is commonly used in audio systems to boost sound levels, ensuring that music and other audio can be heard clearly. Amps can be found in various settings, from home sound systems to professional concert equipment. They come in different types and sizes, catering to specific needs such as frequency response and output power.

Synonyms

amplifier, booster, enhancer

Examples of usage

  • I need to buy a new amp for my guitar.
  • The concert sounded amazing thanks to the powerful amps.
  • Make sure to connect the amp correctly to avoid damaging it.
Context #2 | Noun

unit of measurement

An ampere (often referred to as an amp) is a unit of measurement for electric current. It defines the amount of electricity flowing through a circuit, demonstrating the intensity of the current. One ampere is defined as the current that flows with an electric charge of one coulomb per second. Understanding amps is crucial in various fields, including electrical engineering, electronics, and physics.

Synonyms

ampere, current unit

Examples of usage

  • This circuit can handle up to 10 amps safely.
  • Check the amp rating of your devices.
  • Make sure the power supply provides enough amps for optimal performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "amp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amp

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคฎเฅเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ampere

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ampere

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะผะฟะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ amper

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒณใƒšใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ampรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amperio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท amper

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•”ํŽ˜์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ุจูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ampรฉr

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ampรฉr

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎ‰ๅŸน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ amper

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ampe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะผะฟะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amper

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amperio

Word origin

The term 'amp' originated as an abbreviation for 'amplifier' in the 20th century as electronic engineering began to expand. The word 'amplifier' itself is derived from the Latin word 'amplificare', which means 'to enlarge or increase'. The use of the term 'amp' gained popularity with the rise of electric guitar culture in the 1960s and 1970s, when musicians sought ways to enhance their sound. In addition to its usage in audio equipment, 'amp' also refers to the unit of electric current, named after the 19th-century French scientist Andrรฉ-Marie Ampรจre, who contributed significantly to the study of electromagnetism. This dual usage of the term has led to its common presence in both technical and musical contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,808, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.