EMP

¹

1. electromagnetic pulse: a burst of electromagnetic energy produced by a nuclear explosion in the atmosphere, considered capable of widespread damage to power lines, telecommunications, and electronic equipment.

emp.

²

abbreviation

1. (in prescriptions) a plaster.

Emp.

³

abbreviation

1. Emperor.

2. Empire.

3. Empress.

e.m.p.

⁴

abbreviation

1. (in prescriptions) after the manner prescribed; as directed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of EMP¹

From the Latin word emplastrum

Origin of EMP²

From Latin ex mōdō praescrīptō

Example Sentences

Even a single, relatively small nuclear detonation hundreds of miles above the heads of Americans would create an electromagnetic pulse - or EMP - that would have apocalyptic results.

From BBC

My time at Hibiscus and EMP, along with my entire culinary background, was rooted in high-end, precise techniques and classical training.

From Salon

For more than 20 years, the museum formerly known as EMP has thrown this annual best new bands showcase, serving as an onramp to the Seattle scene for artists 21 and younger, while giving local music lovers an early look at future club favorites.

From Seattle Times

When Tennant was diagnosed with cancer in 2011, Novoselic and others played a benefit concert at EMP to help pay her medical expenses.

From Seattle Times

Electronic controls for U.S. critical infrastructure, including the electric grid, also could be vulnerable to Chinese EMP arms, resulting in catastrophic losses, according to a new report on the threat.

From Washington Times