propulsion
pro
prə
prē
pul
ˈpəl
pēl
sion
ʃən
shēn
British pronunciation
/pɹəpˈʌlʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "propulsion"in English

Propulsion
01

the action or process of driving or propelling an object forward through a medium, typically involving the generation of thrust or force

example
Examples
The jet engine provides the necessary propulsion for the airplane to take off and fly.
Rockets rely on combustion for propulsion, expelling gases to generate thrust.
02

a propelling force

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