propeller
noun
- rotating device that produces thrust
- aircraft component which converts engine torque into forward thrust
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /pɹəˈpɛl.ə/ / /pɹəˈpɛl.ɚ/ / /pɹəˈpel.ə/
noun
Etymology: Etymology tree English propel English -er English propeller From propel + -er.
- One who, or that which, propels.
- A mechanical device with evenly-shaped blades that turn on a shaft to push against air or water, especially one used to propel an aircraft or boat.
“The plane’s propeller spun rapidly before takeoff.”
“The boat is powered by a single propeller.”
- A steamboat thus propelled; a screw steamer.
- A spinnerbait.