ohm
noun
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Definition of ohm
(Entry 1 of 2)
: the practical meter-kilogram-second unit of electric resistance equal to the resistance of a circuit in which a potential difference of one volt produces a current of one ampere
Ohm
biographical name
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Definition of Ohm (Entry 2 of 2)
Georg Simon 1787–1854 German physicist
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Other Words from ohm
Noun
ohmic
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adjective
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ohmically
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adverb
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Examples of ohm in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Electrical continuity through the cord will have a resistance of .8 ohms or less. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How To Use a Digital Multimeter," 25 July 2019 In general, speakers with a lower rating like 4 ohms will need a more powerful receiver to drive them, while 8-ohm speakers, which are the most common, will work with most receivers. — Don Melanson, Popular Mechanics, "The Setup: Building a Great Home Entertainment System," 18 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'ohm.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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ohm
noun
English Language Learners Definition of ohm
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: a unit for measuring electrical resistance
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ohm
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Medical Definition of ohm
: the practical mks unit of electrical resistance equal to the resistance of a circuit in which a potential difference of one volt produces a current of one ampere
Other Words from ohm
ohmic
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adjective
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adjective
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