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waterjet

American  
[waw-ter-jet, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌdʒɛt, ˈwɒt ər- /

noun

  1. a stream of water forced out through a small aperture.

  2. Also water jet waterpick.


adjective

  1. of, relating to, or operated by a waterjet.

    a waterjet pump.

Etymology

Origin of waterjet

First recorded in 1825–35; water + jet 1

Example Sentences

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The treatment, the first of its kind across the island of Ireland, is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses a heat-free waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue, which Mr Fleming said will make a big difference to his life.

From BBC

A huge robotic arm, wielding a waterjet powerful enough to slice through steel, swings into action.

From BBC

The robot arms are the sort that toil in car factories, for example, and the waterjet is manufactured by ANT AG, another German firm.

From BBC

The firm will evaluate waterjet, plasma and hydraulic mechanical cutters in the future.

From BBC

The LCS utilizes waterjet propulsion and a combined diesel and gas turbine engine.

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