Definitions

jet propulsion

NOUN

propulsion by jet discharge

Synonyms

WEAK

jet power pulse-jet propulsion ram-jet propulsion reaction propulsion resojet propulsion rocket power rocket propulsion turbojet propulsion

Example Sentences

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First, there are new technologies: radar and jet propulsion in World War II, computers during the Cold War, robotics and artificial intelligence today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

Microbes beat water with hair-like projections or tail whips, but salps swim via jet propulsion, Sutherland said.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2024

Biden speaking in video conference call with the leadership of space agency’s jet propulsion laboratory team expressed awe over the Feb. 18 landing of Perseverance.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2021

According to what little is known about the project, the missile is designed to be launched using a traditional jet propulsion motor before the nuclear power plant takes over in the air.

From The Guardian • Aug. 12, 2019

The eyes of Sandy Thomas needed only jet propulsion to become flying saucers.

From Lighter Than You Think by Bond, Nelson Slade