Voltage Definition & Meaning

voltage
noun
  1. the rate at which energy is drawn from a source that produces a flow of electricity in a circuit; expressed in volts
  2. the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts

"Voltage" in song lyrics

See how voltage is used in real songs:

  • "Opened the mirror, stole a pulse with the voltage"
    Aesop Rock — Mars Attacks
  • "This ain't rhyming this is lyrictricity in a dangerous voltage"
    Athletic Mic League f/ One Man Army — Lyrictricity
  • "Aiyo, my closest, similar to power line voltage"
    Athletic Mic League f/ One Man Army — Lyrictricity

Usage tips for "voltage"

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