Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of imparting motion or force to an object or vehicle, especially in a forward direction.

“The spacecraft’s propulsion system was damaged during launch.”

2. noun

a force or influence that drives or motivates something to happen or move.

“The government’s economic policies provided a powerful propulsion for economic growth.”

3. noun

the ability or capacity to move or progress.

“The team’s momentum and propulsion carried them through the entire season.”

4. noun

a device or system used to provide motion or forward motion.

“The car’s propulsion system included a powerful gasoline engine and a transmission.”

5. verb

to drive or move something forward or in a particular direction.

“The engine propelled the boat across the water.”