English Word · Advanced
pump-jet
A marine system that creates a jet of water for propulsion of watercraft
Pronunciation: say pump-jet
Meaning
A marine propulsion system that uses a pump to create a jet of water for thrust.
Example
The high-speed ferry is powered by a pump-jet propulsion system.
The high-speed ferry is powered by a pump-jet propulsion system.
Practice tips
- Practice pump-jet out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.