powerrating
nounUK /ˈpaʊəˌreɪtɪŋ/
US /ˈpaʊərˌreɪtɪŋ/
A power rating is a number that tells you how much power a machine or gadget can use or make.
The power rating on the hairdryer is 2000 watts.
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2. The highest amount of power a device can safely handle.
Check the power rating before plugging in the heater.
3. A score showing how strong or capable something is.
The game gives each hero a power rating out of ten.
4. The official number a company gives for a machine's power.
The motor's power rating is printed on the label.