hydroelectric
adjectiveUK /ˌhaɪ.drəʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/
US /ˌhaɪ.droʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/
Using the power of moving water to make electricity.
The hydroelectric dam turns the river's flow into electricity for the town.
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2. Relating to the generation of electricity by water power.
The country relies on hydroelectric plants for much of its energy.
3. Powered by a turbine driven by flowing water.
They installed a hydroelectric generator on the small stream.
4. Connected with the study or use of water in producing electric power.
She studied hydroelectric engineering at university.