amp
1amp
noun \ˈamp\Definition of AMP
1
: ampere
2
: amplifier; also : a unit consisting of an electronic amplifier and a loudspeaker
See Examples of AMP
- He plugged his guitar into the amp.
Origin of AMP
by shortening
First Known Use: 1886
Other Audio Recording Terms
2amp
verbDefinition of AMP
transitive verb
First Known Use of AMP
1972
AMP
noun \ˌā-ˌem-ˈpē\Definition of AMP
: a nucleotide C10H12N5O3H2PO4 composed of adenosine and one phosphate group that is reversibly convertible to ADP and ATP in metabolic reactions —called also adenosine monophosphate, adenylic acid — compare cyclic amp
Origin of AMP
adenosine monophosphate
First Known Use: 1951
Other Biochemistry Terms
amp
abbreviation (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of AMP
1
amperage
2
ampere
3
ampule
4
amputation
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