propeller

noun

pro·pel·ler prə-ˈpe-lər

variants or less commonly propellor

: one that propels

especially : a device that consists of a central hub with radiating blades placed and twisted so that each forms part of a helical surface and that is used to propel a vehicle (such as a ship or airplane)

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This hull shape allows the propeller to be larger than the norm yet with the forward- facing pulling propeller on the thruster behind, the revolutions of the propellers is less for higher efficiency and less vibration. —

Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 The propeller will now be compatible with smaller vessels like pontoons and fishing boats. —

New Atlas, 19 Sep. 2024 Both the centerline propeller and thruster are electric and draw power from an efficient DC electrical grid supplied entirely by fuel cells directly running on methanol produced from renewable source. —

Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 But a slice for breakfast was a great propeller to quickly get ready for school. —

The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appétit, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for propeller