powerhouse

noun

pow·​er·​house ˈpau̇(-ə)r-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce powerhouse (audio)
1
b
: a source of influence or inspiration
2
: one having great power: such as
a
: one having great drive, energy, or ability
a powerhouse rock band
b
: an athletic team characterized by strong aggressive play

Examples of powerhouse in a Sentence

The country is an economic powerhouse. Their company became a powerhouse in the video game industry. She's a powerhouse on the tennis court. This year's team is a powerhouse that's winning its games easily. Seaweed is a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. He is a powerhouse of ideas. See More
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Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of powerhouse was in 1870

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“Powerhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/powerhouse. Accessed 29 Nov. 2023.

Kids Definition

powerhouse

noun
pow·​er·​house ˈpau̇(-ə)r-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce powerhouse (audio)
1
2
: a person or thing having unusual strength or energy

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