propellent
/prəˈpelənt/
CEFR level C2Topic TechnologyWord #7094 in the learning path
推进剂；喷射剂
Definitions
n. A substance that drives something forward or forces liquid out
推进剂；喷射剂
adj. Providing the force that moves something forward
起推进作用的
Example
This spray can uses compressed air as its propellent.
这个喷雾罐用压缩空气作喷射剂。
Developing cleaner rocket propellents could reduce the environmental impact of the growing commercial space industry.
开发更清洁的火箭推进剂有望减少不断发展的商业航天业对环境的影响。
Collocations
- rocket propellent
- liquid propellent
- propellent gas
Word family
- propel (v.)
- propulsion (n.)
- propellant (n.)
Synonyms
- propellant
Usage tip
是propellant的较少见拼写；写作优先用后者。
FAQ
- What does propellent mean?
- A substance that drives something forward or forces liquid out Providing the force that moves something forward
- How is propellent pronounced?
- UK /prəˈpelənt/, US /prəˈpelənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
