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Definition of erg

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Erg (n.) The unit of work or energy in the C. G. S. system, being the amount of work done by a dyne working through a distance of one centimeter; the amount of energy expended in moving a body one centimeter against a force of one dyne. One foot pound is equal to 13,560,000 ergs..

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Underdrain :: Underdrain (n.) An underground drain or trench with openings through which the water may percolate from the soil or ground above.

Sheldrake :: Sheldrake (n.) Any one of the American mergansers.

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Emergent :: Emergent (a.) Suddenly appearing; arising unexpectedly; calling for prompt action; urgent.

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Undergo :: Undergo (v. t.) To undertake; to engage in; to hazard.

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Ramberge :: Ramberge (n.) Formerly, a kind of large war galley..

Divergent :: Divergent (a.) Fig.: Disagreeing from something given; differing; as, a divergent statement..

Radiate-veined :: Radiate-veined (a.) Having the principal veins radiating, or diverging, from the apex of the petiole; -- said of such leaves as those of the grapevine, most maples, and the castor-oil plant..