Self-propelled: meaning, definitions and examples

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self-propelled

 

[ ˌself prəˈpeld ]

Context #1

engineering

Capable of moving or being moved by its own internal mechanism or power source.

Synonyms

automated, autonomous, self-moving

Examples of usage

  • It is a self-propelled lawnmower, so you don't need to push it around.
  • The submarine is self-propelled and can travel long distances underwater.
  • The self-propelled vehicle can reach high speeds on the highway.
  • The self-propelled wheelchair allows the user to move independently.
  • The robot is self-propelled and can perform tasks without human intervention.

Translations

Translations of the word "self-propelled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autopropulsado

🇮🇳 स्व-चालित

🇩🇪 selbstfahrend

🇮🇩 berpengerak sendiri

🇺🇦 самохідний

🇵🇱 samobieżny

🇯🇵 自走式 (じそうしき)

🇫🇷 autopropulsé

🇪🇸 autopropulsado

🇹🇷 kendi hareket eden

🇰🇷 자주식 (자동 추진)

🇸🇦 ذاتي الدفع

🇨🇿 samohybný

🇸🇰 samohybné

🇨🇳 自走式 (zìzǒu shì)

🇸🇮 samohodni

🇮🇸 sjálfknúinn

🇰🇿 өздігінен жүретін

🇬🇪 თვითმავალი

🇦🇿 özünə hərəkət edən

🇲🇽 autopropulsado

Word origin

The term 'self-propelled' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'self' meaning 'by oneself' and 'propelled' meaning 'driven or moved forward'. The concept of self-propelled vehicles has been around for centuries, with advancements in engineering leading to the development of various self-propelled machines such as cars, robots, and submarines.