propulsion
/prəˈpʌlʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #5858 in the learning path
推进；推进力
Definitions
n. The force or process that moves something forward
推进；推进力
Example
This small boat relies on electric propulsion to move quietly.
这艘小船靠电力推进，行驶时很安静。
Advances in electric propulsion could reduce both noise pollution and fuel consumption in coastal shipping.
电力推进技术的进步有望减少沿海航运的噪声污染和燃料消耗。
Collocations
- propulsion system
- electric propulsion
- jet propulsion
Word family
- propel (v.)
- propeller (n.)
- propulsive (adj.)
Usage tip
通常为不可数名词，常用于船舶、飞机和航天器。
FAQ
- What does propulsion mean?
- The force or process that moves something forward
- How is propulsion pronounced?
- UK /prəˈpʌlʃən/, US /prəˈpʌlʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
