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Definition of hydroelectric

hydroelectric

/ˌhaɪ.droʊ.ɪˈlɛk.trɪk/
hy · dro · e · lec · tric
Adverb:hydroelectrically
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hydroelectric Lexical Profile

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Relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing or falling water to drive turbines.

Example

"The region relies heavily on a massive hydroelectric dam to supply clean energy to nearby cities."

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hydrofoil
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century by combining the Greek-derived prefix hydro- ('water', from hydōr) with electric, originally referring to electricity generated by the friction of water or steam before taking on its modern sense of water-powered turbines.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hydroelectric. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hydroelectric
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