bow thruster en · NOUN
Meanings
- A propulsion unit mounted in or on the bow of a vehicle. ▸ A sideways-pointing thruster mounted in a tunnel in the bow or under the bow in a pod, for increased maneuverability.
- A propulsion unit mounted in or on the bow of a vehicle. ▸ A fixed or adjustable direction propeller unit mounted on the bow of an airship for increased maneuverability.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bow thrusters | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (2)
fi keulapotkuri (nautical: sideways thruster at the bow of a vessel) · nl boegschroef (nautical: sideways thruster at the bow of a vessel)