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Horsepower

usgb/ˈhɔːrspaʊər/Volume
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Power Comparison

Use 'horsepower' to compare the power of engines, especially in cars, trucks, or machinery.

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The tractor has 150 horsepower, making it less powerful than the 200 horsepower combine harvester.
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Historical Origin

Understand that 'horsepower' refers to an old measurement standard, dating back to when horses were essential for work.

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An engine's horsepower was once a way to understand its power in terms more familiar to a society used to horses.
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Measure of Capacity

'Horsepower' indicates an engine's capability and potential rather than the power it's currently using.

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This generator's 5 horsepower means it can handle bigger loads than a 3 horsepower model.
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