hydraulic
adjectivemasculinetécnico/iˈdɾawliku/medium
hi·dráu·li·co
Definition
Relating to or operated by a liquid, especially water or oil, moving in a confined space under pressure.
The excavator uses a powerful hydraulic system.
Hydraulic brakes are common in heavy vehicles.
Common collocations
hydraulic systemhydraulic pressurehydraulic fluidhydraulic pump
Etymology
Do grego 'hydraulikós', de 'hydor' (água) + 'aulos' (tubo).