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Added 9 October 2026

volt

/vəʊlt/ noun

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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

A circular movement in which the horse goes round in a small circle.
A sudden movement to avoid a thrust; a parry.

verb

To perform this movement.
To perform this movement.

Origin

Named after Italian physicist Alessandro Volta. For the surname, see Italian Volta.

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