propeller

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who, or that which, propels.
  • A mechanical device with evenly-shaped blades that turn on a shaft to push against air or water, especially one used to propel an aircraft or boat.
  • A steamboat thus propelled; a screw steamer.
  • (fishing) A spinnerbait.

Etymology

Suffix from English propel.

Origin

English

propel

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