turbine
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Definition
A turbine is a machine that uses moving fluid (like water, steam, or air) to spin blades and create energy, often to generate electricity.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in technical, scientific, or engineering contexts. Common types include 'wind turbine', 'steam turbine', and 'gas turbine'. Not usually used for household devices. Often confused with 'engine', but a turbine specifically refers to machines with spinning blades powered by fluid flow.
Example Sentences
A jet engine has a turbine inside.
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Engineers designed a new turbine to produce more power with less noise.
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A wind turbine makes electricity from the wind.
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The dam uses a water turbine to make power.
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The wind was so strong today, you could hear the turbine spinning from far away.
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After regular maintenance, the hydroelectric turbine runs much more efficiently.
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