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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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