word
impeller
im-PEL-er
ɪmˈpɛlərListen
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Syllable breakdown
impeller
Dictionary meaning
A rotating component with vanes that moves fluid through a pump or turbine.
History and origin
From impel.
Examples
- Sand damage on the impeller reduced the pump's efficiency.
Common mispronunciations
IM-pell-er
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