wattage
Americannoun
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power, as measured in watts.
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the amount of power required to operate an electrical appliance or device.
noun
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power, esp electric power, measured in watts
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the power rating, measured in watts, of an electrical appliance
Etymology
Origin of wattage
Example Sentences
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E-bikes are required to show a classification number, which identifies the vehicle’s top speed and motor wattage.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026
Then in 2023, the state government of New South Wales, of which Sydney is the capital, doubled the maximum power wattage allowed for e-bikes to 500w.
From BBC ● Mar. 6, 2026
Not surprisingly, Stoltz’s interest—and especially those wild wattage numbers—has piqued the curiosity of cycling bosses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
She’s so radiant that when Marina dims her wattage in a vain attempt to stay off the radar, we really feel the light in her go out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 28, 2025
Every bulb must be burning at full wattage inside the train station as well.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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