Erg definition

Erg

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WordNet

(1) A cgs unit of work or energy; the work done by a force of one dyne acting over a distance of one centimeter

WiktionaryText

The unit of work or energy, being the amount of work done by a dyne working through a distance of one centimeter. Equal to 10⁻⁷ joules.

From French erg, from Maghrebi Arabic (‘erg), corresponding to Standard Arabic (‘irq).

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