Hydraulic ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Hydraulic ( adjective )

1. Relating to the mechanical properties of liquids, especially the ability to transmit force in a confined space.
2. Using a liquid, especially water or oil, to transmit force, power or motion.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from greek hudro- "water" + -ic.

Examples:

1. The car lift uses a hydraulic system to raise and lower vehicles.
2. A hydraulic press is a machine that uses a liquid to transmit force.
3. The brake system in a car is a hydraulic system.
4. The construction crane uses a hydraulic system to lift and move heavy loads.
5. Hydraulic fracturing is a method of oil and gas extraction.

(As a noun)

Hydraulic ( noun )

1. Relating to the mechanical properties of liquids, especially the ability to transmit force in a confined space.
2. Using a liquid, especially water or oil, to transmit force, power or motion.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from greek hudro- "water" + -ic.

Examples:

1. The car lift uses a hydraulic system to raise and lower vehicles.
2. A hydraulic press is a machine that uses a liquid to transmit force.
3. The brake system in a car is a hydraulic system.
4. The construction crane uses a hydraulic system to lift and move heavy loads.
5. Hydraulic fracturing is a method of oil and gas extraction.