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hydroelectric
(hydro|elec¦tric)
Pronunciation:
/hʌɪdrəʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
adjective
relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing water (typically from a reservoir held behind a dam or barrage) to drive a turbine which powers a generator:
economic and environmental aspect of the hydroelectric scheme
Derivatives
hydroelectricity
Pronunciation:
/-ˈtrɪsɪti/
noun
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