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P.E.

Definitions of P.E.
  1. noun
    the mechanical energy that a body has by virtue of its position; stored energy
    synonyms: potential energy
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    types:
    elastic energy, elastic potential energy
    potential energy that is stored when a body is deformed (as in a coiled spring)
    type of:
    mechanical energy
    energy in a mechanical form
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