The meaning of Volt

noun

The si unit of electromotive force, the difference of potential that would carry one ampere of current against one ohm resistance.

Usage examples:

They created electricity running at 10 volts with a milliamp current, enough to power a small light…

verb

Variant spelling of volte.

verb

Make a quick movement to avoid a thrust.

Usage examples:

He strongly favours fencing along a straight line, disapproving of ‘volting ‘, crossing the legs, a…

noun

A sudden quick jump or other movement to escape a thrust, especially a swinging round of the rear leg to turn the body sideways.

noun

A movement performed in dressage and classical riding, in which a horse describes a circle of 6 yards diameter.

noun

The standard unit used to measure how strongly an electrical current is sent around an electrical system

Usage examples:

Many household appliances run on a current of 120 volts., high/low voltage