Definition of "voltage" []

• Electromotive force or potential difference, usually expressed in volts. (noun)

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• "But when a voltage is applied, the pigment is pulled out of the hole and spread out along the glass, revealing its rich color to the viewer."
• "So yes, the voltage is a little higher in Mexico than in the US or Canada, but not much."
• "Remember the power supply for a US TV must meet US specifications where the standard line voltage is about 120 +/- 5 % while in Mexico the standard voltage is 127 +/- 10% which means the voltage could be as high as 139.7 volts."