De pneumatiek
Example: De pneumatiek speelt een belangrijke rol in moderne machines.
Definition
"De pneumatiek" refers to the branch of technology that deals with the use of compressed air or gases to create mechanical motion and control machinery, playing a crucial role in modern machines and industrial automation systems.
Etymology
The word "de pneumatiek" originates from the Greek word 'pneuma,' meaning 'breath' or 'air,' combined with the suffix '-ics,' indicating a field of study. It literally relates to the science of air or gases in motion, which perfectly suits its technological application.
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"De pneumatiek" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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