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/ɝrɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does erg mean?

noun

A device for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy, typically consisting of a rotating coil within a magnetic field. A unit of work or energy, especially in physics.

Example

"The erg meter measured the athlete's energy output during the sprint."

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