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Synonyms & Similar Words
propeller
rotor
turbine
pump
blower
compressor
fan
impellor
driver
motivator
accelerator
aggregator
collector
concentrator
condenser
conveyor
disperser
distributor
extractor
generator
inducer
injector
motivator
pressurizer
producer
propel
spinner
spreader
squirter
sprayer
stimulator
suctioner
vaccum
ventilator
vortex
Meaning of Impeller
The primary meaning of the word "Impeller" is a device with a rotating part, typically a wheel or screw, that imparts motion to a fluid, such as water or air.
Definitions
- A device with a rotating part, typically a wheel or screw, that imparts motion to a fluid, such as water or air.
- A rotor or wheel with blades or vanes that imparts energy to a fluid, causing it to move or flow.
Etymology of Impeller
The word "Impeller" originates from the Latin words "impellere", meaning "to drive or push forward", and the suffix "-er", which forms an agent noun.
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe devices that impart motion to fluids, such as waterwheels or windmills.
Example Uses
- The impeller in the pump was damaged and needed to be replaced.
- The turbine's impeller was designed to maximize efficiency and minimize energy loss.
- The fan's impeller was clogged with dust and needed to be cleaned.