hydraulics
The engineering science that deals with practical applications where liquid is in motion and transmits energy.
Example
“The engineer specialized in fluid mechanics and hydraulics.”
Other meanings
The hydraulic system of a vehicle or other machine.
“The brakes work on the principle of hydraulics.”
Related words
- electrohydraulics
- pneudraulics
- psychohydraulics
- thermohydraulics
Where this comes from
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