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horse·pow·er
horsepower
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- pronunciation:
- hors
paU
r
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a unit of energy equal to 746 watts or 550 foot-pounds per second, used in measuring the power of engines. (abbr.: hp)
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definition 2: |
the power put forth by a horse in pulling.
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related words: |
power |
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