n. the SI unit of electromotive force, the difference of potential that would carry one ampere of current against one ohm resistance.
Usage:
Abbr.: V.
Etymology: A. Volta, It. physicist d. 1827
2.
v. & n.
—v.intr. Fencing make a volte.
—n. var. of VOLTE.
Etymology: F volter (as VOLTE)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.