G-force (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The astronauts experienced intense g-force during the launch of the spacecraft, which pushed them deep into their seats.
- The high-performance sports car was able to withstand extremely high g-forces while cornering on the racing track.
- The pilot felt a strong g-force as the fighter jet made a sharp turn, causing his body to feel heavy.
- The roller coaster's steep drop created a g-force of 4g, making the riders feel weightless for a few seconds.
- The centrifuge used to train pilots to withstand high g-forces by spinning them around in a circular motion.