hydroelectric

(hīˌdrō-ĭ-lĕkˈtrĭk)

1. Generating electricity by conversion of the energy of running water.
2. Of, relating to, or using electricity so generated.

Related Forms:

• hyˌdro·e·lecˈtri·cal·ly adverb

• hyˌdro·e·lec·tricˈi·ty (-ĭ-lĕk-trĭsˈĭ-tē) noun

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hydroelectric

The mechanical energy of moving water is transferred by a rotating turbine to a generator, where it is converted to electric energy and conveyed along transmission lines.