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hydroelectricity
1. A form of energy generated by the conversion of free-falling water to electricity.
2. The generation of electricity by using the motive power of water.
3. Relating to or producing electricity by the force of fast moving water; such as, rivers or waterfalls.
2. The generation of electricity by using the motive power of water.
3. Relating to or producing electricity by the force of fast moving water; such as, rivers or waterfalls.
In many countries, hydroelectricity is the primary source of electrical power.
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electro-, electr-, electri-
(page 93)
hydro-, hydra-, hydr-, hyd-
(page 6)