siemens

noun sie·mens \ˈsē-mənz, ˈzē-\

plural siemens

Definition of SIEMENS

: a unit of conductance in the meter-kilogram-second system equivalent to one ampere per volt

Werner von Siemens †1892 German electrical engineer

First Known Use: circa 1933

biographical name Sie·mens \ˈsē-mənz\

Sir William 1823–1883 British (Ger.-born) inventor

Medical Dictionary

noun sie·mens \ˈsē-mənz, ˈzē-\

plural siemens

: a unit of conductance in the mks system equivalent to one ampere per volt

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