| 释义 |
erg
I. \ˈərg, ˈə̄g, ˈəig sometimes ˈe(ə)rg\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Greek ergon work — more at work
: an absolute cgs unit of work representing the work done by a force of one dyne acting through a displacement of one centimeter in the direction of the force — compare joule
II. \ˈe(ə)rg\ noun
(plural ergs \ˈe(ə)rgz\)
Etymology: French, of Hamitic origin, akin to Amharic 'arăgă rise, ascend
: a desert region of shifting sand
< the dunes of the Saharan ergs > |