Wattage
(noun)
A measure of electrical power expressed in watts, indicating the rate at which energy is being used.
Origin:
Named after james watt, a scottish engineer and inventor, who introduced the concept of horsepower.
Examples:
- The wattage of the light bulb was labeled on the packaging, indicating how much energy it would consume.
- The wattage of the appliances in the home was calculated to determine the total amount of energy used.
- The wattage of the electrical system was designed to accommodate the demands of the building's occupants.
- The wattage of the generator was specified to ensure that it could provide enough power for the event.
- The wattage of the solar panels was crucial in determining their efficiency and the amount of energy they could generate.