propeller
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a set of spinning blades that moves a boat or airplane through air or water
When to Use
⚙️Technical✈️Travel English
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The boat's propeller got stuck in some seaweed near the dock.”
“You can hear the propeller noise from the small plane as it takes off.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
One who, or that which, propels.
Related Words
Synonyms:
bladerotor
Word Family:
propeller shaftpropeller planepropeller blade