hydrokinetics

American

[hahy-droh-ki-net-iks, -kahy-] / ˌhaɪ droʊ kɪˈnɛt ɪks, -kaɪ- /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

the branch of hydrodynamics that deals with the laws governing liquids or gases in motion.

hydrokinetics British

/ -kaɪ-, ˌhaɪdrəʊkɪˈnɛtɪks /

noun

Also called: hydrodynamics. (functioning as singular) the branch of science concerned with the mechanical behaviour and properties of fluids in motion, esp of liquids

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Etymology

Origin of hydrokinetics

First recorded in 1870–75; hydrokinetic, -ics

Example Sentences

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“Particularly for Alaska, eliminating the costs that are associated with power installation,” said Alan Baldivieso, program manager for hydrokinetics, geothermal and emerging energy at the Alaska Energy Authority, “makes this type of deployment very attractive.”

From New York Times

An exactly similar expression holds good in hydrokinetics, provided that for the electric potential we substitute velocity potential, and for the electric force the velocity of the liquid.

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