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Definition of pneumatically

pneumatically

/nuːˈmætɪkli/
pneu · mat · i · cal · ly
Adjective:pneumatic
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pneumatically Lexical Profile

pneumatically Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

By means of compressed air or gas; using a pneumatic mechanism or system.

Example

"The heavy factory doors are pneumatically operated to ensure a rapid and airtight seal."

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'pneumatically' (operated by compressed air or gas) with 'hydraulically' (operated by pressurized liquid, such as oil or water).

• Rhymes for pneumatically

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'pneumatic' plus the adverbial suffix '-ally', ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek 'pneuma', meaning 'wind', 'air', or 'breath'.

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