Impeller: meaning, definitions and examples

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impeller

[ ɪmˈpɛlər ]

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mechanical

A rotating component of a pump, compressor, or other machine that imparts energy to a fluid.

Synonyms

fan blade, propeller, rotor

Examples of usage

The impeller in the water pump helps to circulate the coolant through the engine.
The compressor's impeller increases the pressure of the gas as it flows through.

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marine engineering

A type of propeller that is used in water jets to create thrust.

Synonyms

blade, propeller, screw

Examples of usage

The impeller in the jet ski's water jet system propels the vehicle forward.
The impeller design in the marine engine maximizes efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "impeller" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rotor

🇮🇳 इंपेलर

🇩🇪 Laufrad

🇮🇩 roda gila

🇺🇦 імпелер

🇵🇱 wirnik

🇯🇵 インペラー

🇫🇷 roue

🇪🇸 impulsor

🇹🇷 çark

🇰🇷 임펠러

🇸🇦 دفاعة

🇨🇿 oběžné kolo

🇸🇰 obehové koleso

🇨🇳 叶轮

🇸🇮 tekalno kolo

🇮🇸 hjól

🇰🇿 қозғалтқыш

🇬🇪 იმპელერი

🇦🇿 çark

🇲🇽 impulsor

Word origin

The word 'impeller' originated from the combination of 'im-' meaning 'in' or 'into' and 'pellere' meaning 'to drive'. It first appeared in the early 19th century in the context of machinery and mechanical engineering, specifically in reference to components that impart energy or motion to fluids.