Propellant: meaning, definitions and examples

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propellant

 

[ prษ™หˆpelษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

rocket propulsion

A propellant is a chemical substance used to produce energy that can be used to propel a rocket or missile. It is typically a fuel and an oxidizer combined together in a controlled reaction.

Synonyms

jet propellant, missile propellant, rocket fuel

Examples of usage

  • The propellant ignited, launching the rocket into space.
  • The missile's propellant provided the necessary thrust for it to reach its target.
Context #2 | Noun

firearms

In firearms, a propellant is the explosive charge that drives a bullet out of the barrel. It is usually in the form of gunpowder or a similar substance.

Synonyms

ammunition propellant, bullet propellant, gunpowder

Examples of usage

  • The propellant in the cartridge ignited, sending the bullet flying towards the target.
  • Different firearms require different types of propellants for optimal performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "propellant" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น propelente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคฃเฅ‹เคฆเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Treibstoff

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bahan pendorong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะปะธะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ paliwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŽจ้€ฒๅ‰ค (ใ™ใ„ใ—ใ‚“ใ–ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท propulseur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ propulsor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท itici gaz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ”์ง„์ œ (chujinje)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุงูุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pohon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pohon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽจ่ฟ›ๅ‰‚ (tuฤซjรฌnjรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pogonsko gorivo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ drifefni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะทา“ะฐา“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒ›แƒงแƒ•แƒแƒœแƒ˜ แƒกแƒแƒจแƒฃแƒแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yanacaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ propulsor

Etymology

The word 'propellant' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the verb 'propel' which means to drive or push something forward. The concept of using propellants in rockets and firearms has been crucial for advancements in technology and warfare.

See also: propeller, propelling, propulsion.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,044, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.