The force with which a body moves or maintains its velocity and overcomes resistance; energy of motion; impulse, impulsion.
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| 释义 | the world > movement > impelling or driving > [noun] > propulsion > propulsive force (4) impetus1656 The force with which a body moves or maintains its velocity and overcomes resistance; energy of motion; impulse, impulsion. vis a tergo1822 In special collocations with other Latin words. vis a fronte, a force operating from in front (as in attraction or suction). vis a tergo, a force… thrust1869 Mechanics, etc. A pushing force exerted by one part of a structure, etc. upon another contiguous part: spec. (a) Architecture etc. Such a force… Subcategories:— specifically of a stationary engine (1) |
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