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propeller

pro·pel·ler

UK/pɹəˈpɛl.ə/ US/pɹəˈpɛl.ɚ/ uncommon

noun

1.

a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water

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Origin

From propel + -er.

Phrases

  • constant-speed propeller
  • fishtail propeller
  • propeller beanie
  • propeller cap
  • propeller head
  • propeller shaft

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