hydraulics
nounfemininetécnico/iˈdɾawlikɐ/medium
hi·dráu·li·ca
Definition
The 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.
Hydraulics is essential for the design of dams and irrigation systems.
He specialized in hydraulics in engineering school.
Common collocations
hydraulic engineeringhydraulic systemhydraulic pump
Etymology
Do latim 'hydraulica', por sua vez do grego 'hydraulikós' (de 'hydor', água + 'aulos', tubo).