Westinghouse

[ wes-ting-hous ]

noun

1. George, 1846–1914, U.S. inventor and manufacturer.

Westinghouse

/ wĕs′tĭng-hous′ /

1. American engineer and manufacturer who introduced the high-voltage alternating current system for the transmission of electricity in the United States. A prolific inventor, Westinghouse received hundreds of patents in his lifetime, including the air brake (1869), automated train-switching signals, and devices for the transmission of natural gas. His inventions made an important contribution to the growth of railroads.

Example Sentences

Mr. Greenfield resigned and joined Westinghouse Broadcasting as a vice president.

From New York Times

Poland struck a deal with Westinghouse to build its first nuclear power plant, while Rosatom is set to build Hungary’s fifth and sixth reactors.

From Seattle Times

Jumping ahead to the golden age of live television drama is 1957’s “Walk Down the Hill,” a presentation of Westinghouse Studio One.

From Los Angeles Times

An unexpected treat is the inclusion of the show’s original Westinghouse commercials, presented by the celebrated Betty Furness.

From Los Angeles Times

As a member of the firm, he was enlisted to untangle corporate governance imbroglios at Bethlehem Steel, the Walt Disney Company, General Electric, General Motors, Macy’s, Tyco International and Westinghouse, among other companies.

From New York Times