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jet-propelled

|jet-pro-pelled|

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/ˈdʒɛt prəˌpɛld/

fast-moving

Etymology
Etymology Information

'jet-propelled' originates from the combination of 'jet,' referring to a stream of fluid, and 'propelled,' meaning driven forward.

Historical Evolution

'jet' and 'propelled' were combined in the 20th century to describe vehicles powered by jet engines.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred specifically to vehicles with jet engines, but it has evolved to describe anything moving very fast.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

powered by a jet engine.

The jet-propelled aircraft soared through the sky.

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Adjective 2

moving very fast or rapidly.

He made a jet-propelled dash to the finish line.

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Last updated: 2025/03/13 14:49