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propulsor

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/pɾupulˈsoɾ/pro·pul·sor

Definition

1

A mechanism or engine that provides thrust to move a vehicle or object, especially in aviation, navigation, or astronautics.

Usage examples

The spacecraft's propulsor malfunctioned during the mission.
Modern ships often use water jet propulsors.

Common combinations

jet propulsionrocket propulsionpropulsion system