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voltage

noun volt·age \ˈvōl-tij\

: the force of an electrical current that is measured in volts

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: electric potential or potential difference expressed in volts

: intensity of feeling

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VOLTAGE Defined for Kids

noun volt·age \ˈvōl-tij\

: electric force measured in volts <the voltage of a current>

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noun volt·age \ˈvōl-tij\

: electrical potential or potential difference expressed in volts

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