About 746 of these equal one horsepower
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About 746 of these equal one horsepower (5)
Answer
The answer to About 746 of these equal one horsepower is Watts (5 letters).
Why does Watts fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue that uses a mathematical conversion to point to WATTS, a unit of electrical power. A watt measures the rate of energy transfer, named after Scottish inventor James Watt who improved the steam engine. The clue references the standard conversion where one horsepower equals approximately 746 watts, a relationship established when comparing mechanical power (horsepower) to electrical power (watts). This conversion factor is commonly used in engineering and physics to translate between different power measurement systems.
What does About 746 of these equal one horsepower mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
horsepower
noun
•a unit of measurement for power, especially engine power
•approximately 746 watts of electrical power
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This clue appeared as 6-across in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026, by Ryan Patrick Smith, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Watts mean?
noun
•In the International System of Units, the derived unit of power; the power of a system in which one joule of energy is transferred per second. Symbol: W
Origin of the word Watts
•origin: Middle English patronymic from 'Wat', a diminutive of Walter
•period: 13th-14th century
The name evolved from the Germanic elements 'wald' (rule) and 'heri' (army), making Watts literally mean 'son of the ruler of armies'.
How to use Watts in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Watts.
•“The electric motor is rated at 746 watts, which equals exactly one horsepower.”
•“This LED light bulb only uses 9 watts of electricity while producing the same brightness as a traditional 60-watt incandescent bulb.”
•“The microwave oven operates at 1200 watts, making it powerful enough to heat food quickly and efficiently.”
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