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Hydraulic

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sense 1: Relating to or operated by water or other fluid under pressure.

Sample Sentence: The hydraulic system powers the heavy machinery at the construction site.

Sense 2: Relating to the science or study of fluids in motion.

Sample Sentence: The engineering student enjoyed studying hydraulic principles and applying them to real-world problems.

Sense 3: Capable of being moved or lifted by a liquid, especially water, as opposed to a solid.

Sample Sentence: The hydraulically operated lift made it easier to load heavy cargo onto the ship.

Sense 4: A machine or device that uses a pressurized liquid for transmitting and multiplying force.

Sample Sentence: The garage owner invested in a hydraulic car jack for efficient lifting and maintenance of vehicles.