propulsion

[prəˈpʌlʃən]

propulsion Definition

  • 1the action of driving or pushing forward
  • 2the force that drives an object forward

Using propulsion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "propulsion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rocket's propulsion system is powered by liquid fuel.

  • Example

    Electric cars use electric motors for propulsion.

  • Example

    The boat's propulsion comes from a diesel engine.

propulsion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for propulsion

Phrases with propulsion

  • a type of propulsion used in jet engines, where a high-speed jet of gas is expelled from the back of the engine to generate forward thrust

    Example

    Jet propulsion is commonly used in commercial airplanes.

  • a type of propulsion that uses nuclear reactions to generate thrust

    Example

    Nuclear propulsion is used in some submarines and spacecraft.

  • a system that generates the force needed to move an object forward

    Example

    The car's propulsion system includes an engine, transmission, and drivetrain.

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Summary: propulsion in Brief

Propulsion [prəˈpʌlʃən] refers to the action of driving or pushing forward, or the force that drives an object forward. It can be generated by various means, such as liquid fuel, electric motors, or nuclear reactions. Examples include rocket propulsion, electric car propulsion, and boat propulsion. Phrases like 'jet propulsion' and 'nuclear propulsion' denote specific types of propulsion systems.

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