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Term: Accelleration

Description:

Accelleration is a noun that refers to the act or process of increasing speed or rate. It can also refer to the rate of change of velocity over time. In the field of physics, it is a fundamental concept.

Usage:

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Popular meaning:

The term accelleration is commonly used to describe how quickly a vehicle can increase its speed.

Example sentence: The sports car boasted an impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 60 mph in under 4 seconds.

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Physics meaning:

In physics, acceleration is a key component of studying motion. It is defined as the rate at which an object changes its velocity over time.

Example sentence: According to Newton's second law of motion, an object will accelerate when a net force is applied to it.

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