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Word

MPG

Phoneticsmpg

/ˈɛmˈpiˈdʒi/

Definition

n. Stands for Miles Per Gallon. A measurement that shows how far a car can travel using a specific amount of fuel.

n. Abbreviation for Miles Per Gallon. A measure of fuel economy that indicates the distance a vehicle can travel on one gallon of fuel.

Examples

“My new car gets much better MPG than my old one.”

“When shopping for a family SUV, many buyers prioritize high MPG to save money on long road trips.”

“The government introduced stricter regulations to force manufacturers to improve the average MPG of their fleets, aiming to reduce overall carbon emissions from transport.”

Examples

simple

“My new car gets much better MPG than my old one.”

contextual

“When shopping for a family SUV, many buyers prioritize high MPG to save money on long road trips.”

complex

“The government introduced stricter regulations to force manufacturers to improve the average MPG of their fleets, aiming to reduce overall carbon emissions from transport.”

Usage

Usually functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the measurement itself; often preceded by 'high' or 'low'.

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B2 · Upper Intermediate
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