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erg1

Syllabification: (erg)
Pronunciation: /ərg/

Definition of erg

noun

Physics
  • a unit of work or energy, equal to the work done by a force of one dyne when its point of application moves one centimeter in the direction of action of the force.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek ergon 'work'

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