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propulsion

/prəˈpɛlʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does propulsion mean?

noun

The action or process of moving or driving something forward, especially a vehicle or an aircraft. The system or device that produces this movement.

Example

"The new propulsion system allowed the spacecraft to reach orbit more efficiently."

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