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turbine

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/tuɾˈbinɐ/tur·bi·na

Definition

1

A 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