propeller

/pɹəˈpɛl.ɚ/

UK: /pɹəˈpɛl.ə/

PɹƏPƐL · ɚ (2 syllables)

English Noun Top 18,658

Definition

One who, or that which, propels.

Etymology

From propel + -er.

Example Sentences

"The plane’s propeller spun rapidly before takeoff."
"The boat is powered by a single propeller."
"He repaired the damaged propeller after the storm."

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