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MPG

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɛmˈpiˈdʒi// mpg

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.


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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