Definition of Propellant
Propellant
pro·pel·lant


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A substance that produces a forward motion or thrust.

e.g. The rocket's propellant was a combination of liquid fuel and oxidizer.

(adjective)
property of something that is capable of propelling something;

e.g. The process uses two different propellant gases.

(noun)
a substance that can be used as a reagent to provide thrust to a rocket engine;

e.g. Rocket propellants are used to provide thrust to the rocket engine.

(noun)
an explosive that propels projectiles such as bullets from a firearm;

e.g. Propellants are used to fire bullets from a firearm.



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