EMP


  1. electromagnetic pulse: a burst of electromagnetic energy produced by a nuclear explosion in the atmosphere, considered capable of widespread damage to power lines, telecommunications, and electronic equipment.

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Other definitions for emp. (2 of 4)

emp.

abbreviation
  1. (in prescriptions) a plaster.

Origin of emp.

2
From the Latin word emplastrum

Other definitions for e.m.p. (3 of 4)

e.m.p.

abbreviation
  1. (in prescriptions) after the manner prescribed; as directed.

Origin of e.m.p.

3
From Latin ex mōdō praescrīptō

Other definitions for Emp. (4 of 4)

Emp.

abbreviation
  1. Emperor.

  2. Empire.

  1. Empress.

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