propellant
|pro-pel-lant|
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/prəˈpɛlənt/
driving force
Etymology
Etymology Information
'propellant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'propellere,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'pellere' meant 'to drive.'
Historical Evolution
'propellere' transformed into the French word 'propellant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'propellant' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a substance that propels.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance that propels or drives forward, especially in rockets or engines.
The rocket's propellant was a mixture of liquid hydrogen and oxygen.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35