A hélice
Example: A hélice do barco gira rápido na água calma.
Definition
"A hélice" refers to the rotating blade or set of blades that spin to generate thrust, commonly used in boats and airplanes to propel them forward by pushing against air or water.
Etymology
The word "hélice" comes from the Greek 'helix,' meaning spiral or coil. It was adopted into Portuguese to describe objects with a spiral shape that rotate to create movement, such as propellers in boats and aircraft.
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