noun
Uncommon
propulsion
pruh-PUHL-shuhn
Propulsion (noun) means the force or process that drives something forward. Example: “Jet propulsion allows the aircraft to reach high altitudes quickly.”
noun
1
The force or process that drives something forward.
"Jet propulsion allows the aircraft to reach high altitudes quickly."
"The submarine relies on electric propulsion to move silently."
How to use propulsion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe force that pushes or drives something forward, especially in vehicles and engines.
Common pairings
jet propulsion
propulsion system
rocket propulsion
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Word forms
- Plural
- propulsions
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin propulsio, from the Latin verb propello ("to drive forward").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for propulsion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “propulsion” mean?
The word “propulsion” means the force or process that drives something forward. In plain terms, the force that pushes or drives something forward, especially in vehicles and engines.
How do you pronounce “propulsion”?
“Propulsion” is pronounced pruh-PUHL-shuhn (/pɹəˈpʌlʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “propulsion” in a sentence?
Here is “propulsion” used in a sentence: “Jet propulsion allows the aircraft to reach high altitudes quickly.”
What part of speech is “propulsion”?
“Propulsion” is a noun.
Where does the word “propulsion” come from?
The word “propulsion” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin propulsio, from the Latin verb propello ("to drive forward").
Is “propulsion” a common word?
“Propulsion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
