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noun
The potential energy stored in a system when it is distorted or deformed; the classic example is that of a coiled spring
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: natural-sciences, physical-sciences, physics
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noun
potential energy that is stored when a body is deformed (as in a coiled spring)
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: elastic potential energy
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: potential energy, P.E.
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