Pronunciation

/tuːrˈbaɪn/

Definitions

• Noun: A large mechanical device that converts the kinetic energy of a fluid (such as steam, water, or wind) into mechanical work, often used to generate electricity or pump fluids. Example: “The power plant relies on steam turbines to produce electricity.”
• Adjective: Characterized by or related to a turbine, as in a turbine blade or turbine flow. Example: “A gas turbine engine has high efficiency compared to a piston engine.”

Phrases

• “Drive a turbine” means to operate or control a turbine mechanism.
• “Turbine generator” refers to an electrical generator powered by a turbine.
• “Steam turbine” is a specific type of turbine using steam as its working fluid.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The hydroelectric dam’s turbine spun rapidly as the water flowed through it.”
• Adjective: “The modern aircraft’s jet turbine produces immense thrust.”
• “The wind turbine’s blades spun gracefully in the breeze.”

Synonyms

• Turbine-driven
• Turbomachine
• Turbine-powered
• Kinetic-energy converter
• Whirling machine

Antonyms

• Static (in reference to non-moving or non-rotating)
• Non-turbine (opposite of a turbine mechanism)