propeller 1
noundomain: artefact
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water
Hypernym
mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles
EnglishDerivationally related form
propel 1
verb
cause to move forward with force
Hyponym
a propeller that rotates to push against air
screw 3
noun
a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air
propeller for which the angle of the blades is adjustable
a configuration of marine propellers placed in pods that can be rotated to any horizontal angle (azimuth), making a rudder unnecessary.
a specialized marine propulsion system, highly maneuverable, being able to change the direction of its thrust almost instantaneously, used on tugs and ferries.
