Westinghouse

American  

[wes-ting-hous] / ˈwɛs tɪŋˌhaʊs /

noun

1. George, 1846–1914, U.S. inventor and manufacturer.

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Westinghouse Scientific  

/ wĕs′tĭng-hous′ /

1. American engineer and manufacturer who introduced the high-voltage alternating current system for the transmission of electricity in the United States. A prolific inventor, Westinghouse received hundreds of patents in his lifetime, including the air brake (1869), automated train-switching signals, and devices for the transmission of natural gas. His inventions made an important contribution to the growth of railroads.

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Example Sentences

Cameco owns a 49% stake in nuclear reactor builder Westinghouse, giving it SMR exposure.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“As part of the partnership, at least $80 billion of nuclear reactors will be constructed using Westinghouse technology,” Westinghouse said.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

“Ultimately, the structure we arrived at was to provide the American people an opportunity to participate in profits in Westinghouse above a certain level.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

He had been urging ministers to commit to a large-scale plant, with US firm Westinghouse having reportedly presented plans to build a new gigawatt station at the site.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

The first few times she called, Amy discussed gallery business but, little by little, began complaining about her husband, a Westinghouse executive named Van.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris