noun Uncommon

AMPS

AMPS (noun) means plural of amp; short for amperes, the standard unit for measuring electric current. Example: “The circuit is rated for up to 15 amps.”

noun

Plural of amp; short for amperes, the standard unit for measuring electric current.

"The circuit is rated for up to 15 amps."

Informal plural of amplifiers.

"The band loaded their amps onto the truck after the show."

How to use AMPS

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither units of electrical current, or, informally, more than one amplifier.

Common pairings

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Frequently asked questions

What does “AMPS” mean?

The word “AMPS” means plural of amp; short for amperes, the standard unit for measuring electric current. In plain terms, either units of electrical current, or, informally, more than one amplifier.

How do you use “AMPS” in a sentence?

Here is “AMPS” used in a sentence: “The circuit is rated for up to 15 amps.”

What part of speech is “AMPS”?

“AMPS” is a noun.

Is “AMPS” a common word?

“AMPS” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “AMPS” have?

“AMPS” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: plural of amp; short for amperes, the standard unit for measuring electric current.