hydraulic
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Operated by the pressure of a liquid moving through pipes or cylinders.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The digger's _____ arm can lift several tons of earth at once."
Answer: hydraulic
In your own words, what does "hydraulic" mean?
Operated by the pressure of a liquid moving through pipes or cylinders.
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