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propulsion

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /prəˈpʌlʃən/

propulsion means: The force or process that makes something move forward.

noun

FORWARD DRIVING FORCEC1

The force or process that makes something move forward.

  • The boat uses electric propulsion.
  • The engineers tested the rocket's propulsion system.
  • Jet propulsion allows the aircraft to travel at high speeds.

Similar words: thrust, driving force

Common phrases: jet propulsion, electric propulsion, propulsion system, rocket propulsion

Questions about propulsion

What does propulsion mean?

The force or process that makes something move forward.

What is propulsion in other languages?

Türkçe: itki · Español: propulsión · Français: propulsion · Deutsch: Antrieb · Italiano: propulsione · 日本語: 推進

How do you pronounce propulsion?

It is pronounced /prəˈpʌlʃən/.

How do you use propulsion in a sentence?

The boat uses electric propulsion. The engineers tested the rocket's propulsion system.

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