ohm

noun

\ ˈōm

Definition of ohm

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: 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

\ ˈōm

Definition of Ohm (Entry 2 of 2)

Georg Simon 1787–1854 German physicist

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 Now flip the switch On and the meter should read less than one ohm. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Digital Multimeter," 21 Oct. 2020 ClassPass says meditation classes were the most popular type of wellness activities booked in 2019, which probably has to do with the fact that there are more options for ohm-ing in person and online than ever before. — Carly Mallenbaum, USA TODAY, "Have a New Year's resolution to work out? Here are 10 fitness trends to try in 2020," 2 Jan. 2020

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ohm

noun

English Language Learners Definition of ohm

technical : 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