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noun am·me·ter \ˈa-ˌmē-tər\

Definition of ammeter

  1. :  an instrument for measuring electric current especially in amperes

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Origin and Etymology of ammeter

ampere + -meter


First Known Use: 1882

AMMETER Defined for Kids

ammeter

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noun am·me·ter \ˈam-ˌēt-ər\

Definition of ammeter for Students

  1. :  an instrument for measuring electric current in amperes

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ammeter

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noun am·me·ter \ˈam-ˌēt-ər\

Medical Definition of ammeter

  1. :  an instrument for measuring electric current in amperes—compare milliammeter

Learn More about ammeter

  1. See words that rhyme with ammeter Spanish Central: Translation of ammeter Nglish: Translation of ammeter for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about ammeter

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