hydraulic

• Relatif à la science du mouvement des liquides; décrivant des mécanismes ou des systèmes fonctionnant grâce à la pression d'un liquide.

Relating to the science of liquids in motion; describing machinery or systems that operate using fluid pressure.

1. Operated by liquid pressureB2formaltechnical

   Relating to or operated by a liquid, especially water or oil, under pressure.

   hydraulique

   • The hydraulic system powers the heavy machinery.
   • Hydraulic brakes are commonly used in cars and trucks.
   • Engineers designed a hydraulic lift to raise the platform.

2. Related to hydraulicsC1formaltechnical

   Concerned with the study or application of fluids in motion, especially in engineering.

   hydraulique (relatif à l'hydraulique)

   • The hydraulic engineering course covers fluid dynamics.
   • Hydraulic presses are used to shape metal parts.
   • The dam uses hydraulic turbines to generate electricity.