propeller

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Definition

A mechanical device with blades that spins really fast to push air or water and make things move—whether that's a boat cutting through waves or a plane pretending it's defying gravity. Essentially, the thing that makes things go zoom.

Example Usage

The ship's propeller was damaged during the storm and needed replacement before the voyage could continue.

Source: Engineering and Mechanical Terminology

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