hydraulically
|hy-drau-li-cal-ly|
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/haɪˈdrɔːlɪkli/
(hydraulic)
liquid pressure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hydraulic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'hydraulikos,' where 'hydro-' meant 'water' and 'aulos' meant 'pipe.'
Historical Evolution
'hydraulikos' transformed into the Latin word 'hydraulicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hydraulic' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to water pipes,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'operated by the pressure of a fluid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that involves the use of liquid, typically water, to create force or motion.
The machine operates hydraulically to lift heavy loads.
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Last updated: 2025/03/01 08:56