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hydraulics
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/iˈdɾawlikɐ/hi·dráu·li·ca
Definition
1The branch of physics and engineering concerned with the mechanical properties and use of fluids (liquids and gases) at rest and in motion, and their technical applications.
Usage examples
“Hydraulics is essential for the design of dams and irrigation systems.”
“He specialized in hydraulics in engineering school.”
Common combinations
hydraulic engineeringhydraulic systemhydraulic pump