Meaning & use
bhp
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brake horsepower, a unit used to measure the power output of an engine
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The sports car's engine produces over 500 bhp.
Manufacturers often list a vehicle's bhp alongside its torque figures.
A note on using this word
Bhp measures an engine's power as tested on a brake or dynamometer, distinguishing it from other horsepower measurements taken at the wheels.
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