henry

/ˈhɛnri/
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Other forms: henrys

Definitions of henry
  1. noun
    a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second
    synonyms: H
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    inductance unit
    a measure of the property of an electric circuit by which an electromotive force is induced in it
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