Propelling: meaning, definitions and examples
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propelling
[ prəˈpelɪŋ ]
motion
To move or push something forward
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The engine is propelling the boat through the water
- The rocket is propelling itself into outer space
technology
A device that moves a vehicle or object forward
Synonyms
drive mechanism, propulsion system
Examples of usage
- The propelling system of the aircraft is very efficient
- The propelling mechanism of the submarine is powered by electricity
Translations
Translations of the word "propelling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 propulsão
🇮🇳 प्रेरित करना
🇩🇪 antrieb
🇮🇩 menggerakkan
🇺🇦 приводити в рух
🇵🇱 napędzanie
🇯🇵 推進
🇫🇷 propulsion
🇪🇸 propulsión
🇹🇷 itici
🇰🇷 추진
🇸🇦 دفع
🇨🇿 pohánění
🇸🇰 poháňanie
🇨🇳 推进
🇸🇮 poganjanje
🇮🇸 knúning
🇰🇿 қозғау
🇬🇪 წამყვანი
🇦🇿 tətik
🇲🇽 propulsión
Etymology
The word 'propelling' originated from the verb 'propel', which comes from the Latin word 'propellere', meaning 'drive forward'. The concept of propelling objects or vehicles has been essential throughout human history, from early forms of propulsion like oars and sails to modern technologies like engines and rockets.
See also: propellant, propeller, propulsion.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,047, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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