waterjet

[waw-ter-jet, wot-er-]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a stream of water forced out through a small aperture.
Also water jet waterpick.

adjective

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

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Word History and Origins

Origin of waterjet¹

First recorded in 1825–35; water + jet ¹

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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.

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

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

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

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