propellent
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Other Word Forms
- nonpropellent adjective
- unpropellent adjective
Etymology
Origin of propellent
1635–45; < Latin prōpellent- (stem of prōpellēns ), present participle of prōpellere to drive forward. See propel, -ent
Example Sentences
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Jenzen-Jones said the most likely explanation would be a failed militant rocket that was still full of highly flammable propellent, which resulted in the fireball seen in the balcony video.
From Seattle Times
Authorities say the gas can still be used for medical purposes, as an anaesthetic, and in the food industry - as a propellent for making whipped cream.
From BBC
It’s what spurs ideas of mining the moon or Mars for elements that could make rocket propellent, which would allow for more exploration without lugging additional fuel.
From Los Angeles Times
The previous launch attempts were plagued by leaks of the super-cold liquid propellents when they were being pumped into the vehicle's tanks.
From BBC
The composer’s words and music served as high-octane emotional propellent on Monday evening, when speeches were kept to a minimum.
From Washington Post
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