propeller

noun

pro·pel·ler prə-ˈpe-lər

variants or less commonly propellor

: one that propels

especially : a device that consists of a central hub with radiating blades placed and twisted so that each forms part of a helical surface and that is used to propel a vehicle (such as a ship or airplane)

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Cavitation is caused by a submarine's spinning propeller blades, which create bubbles in the water. —

Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024 Her hull shape and fully electric propulsion system with inline contra rotating propellers is an evolution from the Breathe concept first proposed in 2010. —

Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 The aircraft can handle a payload of 992 pounds and is supported by eight low-noise propellers and eight electric motors. —

Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 29 Aug. 2024 In its current form, the Prosperity is designed around a single pilot and four passengers, relying on 10 lift propellers and three push props powered by a 160-kWh battery to carry a payload up to 400 kg (880 lb). —

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