Relating to the measurement of force or power using a dynamometer, an instrument that measures how strong or powerful something is.
From dynamometer (Greek dynamis 'power' + metron 'measure') + -ic suffix. The term emerged in the 19th century as scientific instruments for measuring mechanical force became more sophisticated.
Engineers use dynamometric testing on car engines to measure horsepower—your phone has sensors that are like tiny dynamometric devices, constantly measuring the forces your hands exert on the screen.
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