Der Strahltriebwerk
Example: Das Strahltriebwerk macht das Flugzeug sehr schnell.
Definition
"Der Strahltriebwerk" refers to a type of jet engine used in aviation that produces thrust by expelling a high-speed jet of exhaust gases. It powers aircraft to achieve high speeds efficiently, making it essential for modern airplanes like in the phrase, 'Das Strahltriebwerk macht das Flugzeug sehr schnell.'
Etymology
The word "Strahltriebwerk" originates from the German words 'Strahl,' meaning 'jet' or 'ray,' and 'Triebwerk,' meaning 'engine' or 'power plant.' Together, they describe an engine that generates thrust by producing a jet of gases. Did you know? The development of Strahltriebwerk revolutionized flight speed and efficiency in the 20th century.
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"Der Strahltriebwerk" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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