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Definition of Propeller
1. Noun. A mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water.
Exact synonyms: Propellor
Specialized synonyms: Airplane Propeller, Airscrew, Prop, Screw, Screw Propeller, Variable-pitch Propeller
Terms within: Blade, Vane, Hub
Generic synonyms: Mechanical Device
Derivative terms: Propel, Propel
Specialized synonyms: Airplane Propeller, Airscrew, Prop, Screw, Screw Propeller, Variable-pitch Propeller
Terms within: Blade, Vane, Hub
Generic synonyms: Mechanical Device
Derivative terms: Propel, Propel
Definition of Propeller
1. n. One who, or that which, propels.
Definition of Propeller
1. Noun. One who, or that which, propels. ¹
2. Noun. A mechanical device, with shaped blades that turn on a shaft, to push against air or water, especially one used to propel an aircraft or boat. ¹
3. Noun. A steamboat thus propelled; a screw steamer. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Propeller
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