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dynamometer

Pronunciation: /ˌdʌɪnəˈmɒmɪtə/

Definition of dynamometer

noun

an instrument which measures the power output of an engine.

Origin:

early 19th century: from French dynamomètre, from Greek dunamis 'power' + French -mètre '(instrument) measuring'

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