kinetic energy

noun

: energy associated with motion

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This translates to a kinetic energy of about 3.6 billion Joules, somewhat less than the explosive energy of one ton of TNT (4.4 billion Joules). David Hambling, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 Maybe some of it actually ends up turning into a kinetic energy on-camera. Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2024 Less interference means less kinetic energy wasted and nearly instantaneous turbo response. IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012 Its turret design provides enhanced protection against kinetic energy projectiles (APFSDS rounds) and shaped charges (HEAT rounds) and the Tianma-2 also has an Active Protection System (APS), designed to counter anti-tank weapons. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for kinetic energy 

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of kinetic energy was in 1870

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“Kinetic energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kinetic%20energy. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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kinetic energy

noun
: energy associated with motion

Medical Definition

kinetic energy

noun
: energy associated with motion

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