Meaning of the word "kinetic energy" in English

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kinetic energy

US /kɪˌnet.ɪk ˈen.ɚ.dʒi/
UK /kɪˌnet.ɪk ˈen.ɚ.dʒi/
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Noun

1.

energy that a body possesses by virtue of being in motion

Example:
The car's kinetic energy increased as it sped up.
A falling object converts potential energy into kinetic energy.
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