Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turbine
noun
/ˈtɜːrbaɪn/
Definition
A turbine is a machine that converts fluid energy, usually from water, steam, or gas, into mechanical energy through the use of rotating blades.
Examples
- The wind turbine generated enough electricity to power an entire neighborhood.
- Engineers designed a new type of turbine to improve efficiency in power generation.
Meaning
Turbines are primarily used to generate power by harnessing the energy of moving fluids.
Synonyms
- machine
- rotor
- generator
