propeller
noun/prəˈpelə(r)/
/prəˈpelər/
- a device with two or more long, flat blades that turn quickly and cause a ship or an aircraft to move forward
- The propeller suddenly stopped turning.
Extra ExamplesTopics Transport by waterc2, Transport by airc2- The boat is fitted with a two-blade propeller.
- The front engine drives the propellers.
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