[1] : The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

propeller \propel"ler\, n.
   1913 webster
   1. one who, or that which, propels.
      1913 webster

   2. a contrivance for propelling a steam vessel, usually
      consisting of a screw placed in the stern under water, and
      made to revolve by an engine; a propeller wheel.
      1913 webster

   3. a steamboat thus propelled; a screw steamer.
      1913 webster

   propeller wheel,the screw, usually having two or more
      blades, used in propelling a vessel.
      1913 webster
see also:
propeller wheel 

[2] : WordNet (r) 2.0

propeller
     n : a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or
         water syn: propellor
see also:
propellor 

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