power (EN)

noun, verb

noun “power”

1. the ability to exert physical force or strength
   Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.

   She demonstrated her power by lifting the heavy weights with ease.
2. (physics) a measure of the speed of transfer of energy
   In physics, power is defined as the derivative of work with respect to time.
3. electricity
   When the storm hit, our house lost power and we had to use candles for light.
4. how much a lens or mirror can enlarge an image
   To see these tiny cells clearly, we'll have to use a microscope with greater power.
5. the authority or ability to control or command
   The government's new policy increases its power by restricting public protests and gatherings.
6. a with significant influence or strength
   As a global power, the United States plays a significant role in international politics and economics.
7. in mathematics, the result of multiplying a number by itself a certain number of times
   In math, when we say 2 to the 3rd power, we mean 2 multiplied by itself 3 times, which equals 8.
8. in statistics, the chance of correctly rejecting a false hypothesis
   To ensure our experiment's effectiveness, we aimed to increase its statistical power, thus reducing the chance of overlooking a true effect.

verb “power”

1. to supply electricity for a device to operate
   The entire building is powered by solar panels.
2. to cause or motivate something to happen or continue
   The new community garden project was powered by the enthusiasm and hard work of local volunteers.
3. to strike or kick with great force
   She powered the volleyball over the net with a fierce spike, leaving the opposing team scrambling.