Self-propelled: meaning, definitions and examples
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self-propelled
[ ˌself prəˈpeld ]
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
Etymology
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.