Meaning & use
hydraulic
Operated or moved by the pressure of a liquid, typically forced through pipes or cylinders.
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The mechanic replaced a leaking hose in the car's hydraulic braking system.
A hydraulic lift raised the entire stage during the concert's finale.
A note on using this word
Hydraulic contrasts with pneumatic, which uses compressed air rather than liquid to transmit force.
Words with a similar meaning
fluid-powered
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