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Watt
WOT
/wɒt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Watt
Dictionary meaning
The SI unit of power, equal to one joule per second.
Examples
- A typical light bulb uses 60 watts of electrical power.
Pronunciation tips
One syllable. Named after James Watt. Rhymes with 'hot' in British English.
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