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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