power

//ˈpaʊər//
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Noun

powerSingular
powersPlural
1

The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way.

She has the power to change people's minds.

2

The capacity or ability to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events.

She has the power to change company policy.

3

Political or social authority or control, especially that exercised by a government.

The government has the power to make laws.

4

Physical strength and force exerted by something or someone.

He pushed the heavy door open with all his power.

5

Energy that is produced by mechanical, electrical, or other means and used to operate a device.

The machine runs on solar power.

6

The rate of doing work, measured in watts or horsepower.

The engine produces 150 horsepower of power.

7

The product obtained when a number is multiplied by itself a certain number of times.

Two to the power of three equals eight.

Verb

1

To supply (a device) with mechanical or electrical energy.

The engine powers the entire machine.

2

To move or travel with great speed or force.

The motorcycle powered down the highway.

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