noun
- plural of turbine; machines with rotating blades that convert the energy of moving fluid (water, steam, or air) into mechanical power
Examples
- The wind farm has dozens of turbines generating clean electricity.
- Steam turbines power most electrical generating stations.
- The hydroelectric dam uses water turbines to produce energy.
- Gas turbines are commonly used in jet engines.
- The old turbines needed replacement after twenty years of service.
- Modern wind turbines can generate enough power for hundreds of homes.