1. power derived from the energy of flowing or falling water, used to operate machinery or generate electricity

Examples

• The old mill was powered by waterpower from the nearby stream.
• Many early factories were built near rivers to take advantage of waterpower.
• The dam harnesses waterpower to generate electricity for the entire region.
• Before steam engines, waterpower was essential for industrial production.
• The village’s sawmill relied on waterpower from the mountain creek.
• Engineers are studying ways to improve waterpower efficiency in hydroelectric plants.