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US/ˌhaɪ.droʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/
UK/ˌhaɪ.drəʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/
producing electricity from the force of moving water
In context
The country gets most of its power from hydroelectric dams.
A new hydroelectric plant will open on the river next year.
Hydroelectric power is clean, but dams can harm local wildlife.
Words that go with hydroelectric
adjective + noun
- hydroelectric powerHydroelectric power supplies a third of the country's needs.
- hydroelectric damThe hydroelectric dam flooded several villages.
- hydroelectric plantThe hydroelectric plant produces cheap electricity.
- hydroelectric stationThey built a hydroelectric station in the mountains.
- hydroelectric projectThe hydroelectric project created hundreds of jobs.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
hydroelectrical powerCorrect: hydroelectric power
Incorrect:
a hydroelectric of powerCorrect: hydroelectric power