gigawatt
Pronunciation: [ˈɡɪɡəˌwɑt]
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Context: "energy measurement"
(noun) a gigawatt is a unit of power that measures how much energy can be produced or used. One gigawatt is equal to one billion watts, which is a lot of energy. It's often used to describe the output of large power plants or how much electricity is needed for many homes and businesses.
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The new solar power plant can generate over one gigawatt of energy every day.
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The old power station only produces half a gigawatt, which is not enough for the city's needs.
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How many gigawatts does the nuclear plant produce each year?
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