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The year 2000, the American Heritage Dictionary (3rd Ed.) provided sixteen distinct definitions for the English word '''Power''': | |||
# The ability or capacity to perform or act effectively. | |||
# A specific capacity, faculty or aptitude. Often used in the plural. | |||
# Strength or force exerted or capable of being exerted; might. See synonyms at [[Strength|strength]]. |
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This article is about Power (word). For other uses of the term Power, please see Power (disambiguation).
The year 2000, the American Heritage Dictionary (3rd Ed.) provided sixteen distinct definitions for the English word Power:
- The ability or capacity to perform or act effectively.
- A specific capacity, faculty or aptitude. Often used in the plural.
- Strength or force exerted or capable of being exerted; might. See synonyms at strength.