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ERGOMETER
dynamometer, ergometer
(noun) measuring instrument designed to measure power
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
ergometer (plural ergometers)
A dynamometer used to measure the work done by muscles
A rowing machine or ergocycle
Source: Wiktionary
Er*gom"e*ter, n. [Gr. work + -meter.] (Physics)
Definition: A device for measuring, or an instrument for indicating, energy expended or work done; a dynamometer. -- Er`go*met"ric (#), a.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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