dynamo — a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy; an energetic and forceful person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy; an energetic and forceful person
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdaɪnəmoʊ/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is a real dynamo - she runs three businesses at age 80!
- The old dynamo in the basement still generates enough power for the emergency lights.
- Our new team leader is such a dynamo that even coffee machines work faster around her.
dynamo
NOUN[/ˈdaɪnəmoʊ/]
a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy; an energetic and forceful person
The old dynamo hums as it powers the entire village overnight.
A dynamo at the piano, powered by the volcano!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'dynamis' meaning 'power' or 'force'. The term was coined in the late 19th century to describe electrical generators and machines that produce dynamic power.
Breakdown
dynam- (Greek dynamis: power, force) + -o (combining form) = dynamo
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📝Examples
“My grandmother is a real dynamo - she runs three businesses at age 80!”
“The old dynamo in the basement still generates enough power for the emergency lights.”
“Our new team leader is such a dynamo that even coffee machines work faster around her.”
“The hand-crank dynamo provided essential power during the blackout.”
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