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turbine
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/tuɾˈbinɐ/tur·bi·na
Definition
1A machine that converts the kinetic energy of a fluid (water, steam, gas, air) into mechanical rotational energy by means of blades or vanes mounted on a rotor.
Usage examples
“The dam's turbine generates electricity for the region.”
“The jet plane is propelled by a turbine.”
Common combinations
steam turbinewind turbinegas turbineaircraft turbine