H.p. (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of power equal to 746 watts.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The car's engine was rated at 200 h.p. and could accelerate quickly from a standstill.
- The new motorcycle boasted an impressive 1000 h.p. and was the envy of all the riders.
- The large industrial pump required a 500 h.p. motor to move the heavy fluid.
- The sports car's engine was upgraded to produce 400 h.p. and handled beautifully on the track.
- The massive generator was capable of producing 2000 h.p. and powered the entire factory.