propellent
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
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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 • Nov. 22, 2023
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 • Feb. 23, 2023
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 • Nov. 21, 2022
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 • Dec. 14, 2021
With the quick-firing gun, propellent and projectile are combined in one cartridge similar to that in use with small arms; with the howitzer they are separated.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2 Amiel to Atrauli by Various
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