ammeter

[ am-mee-ter ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Electricity.

ammeter

/ ˈæmˌmiːtə /

ammeter

/ ăm′mē′tər /

An instrument that measures the strength of an electric current, indicating it in amperes. Ammeters typically include a galvanometer; digital ammeters typically include A/D converters as well.
Compare ohmmeter

Origin of ammeter¹

First recorded in 1880–85; am(pere) + -meter

Origin of ammeter¹

C19: am ( pere ) + -meter

Thus, the current indicated by the ammeter is a closely approximate measure of the conductivity of the solution.

The instrument may be used as either a voltmeter or as an ammeter, and its operation will be identical in each case.

A relay snapped, and instantly the ammeter jumped to read 4500 amperes.

The elder Dr. Arcot glanced in surprise at the heavy-duty ammeter in a control panel.

With the help of the ammeter any desired temperature can be obtained and maintained, up to about 200° C.

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