hydropower

noun

hy·​dro·​pow·​er ˈhī-drə-ˌpau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce hydropower (audio)
: hydroelectric power

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Lee posted on the social platform X. Language released Monday by the Senate Finance Committee would extend tax credits for hydropower, nuclear and geothermal energy into the 2030s. Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 20 June 2025 Though Russia accused Ukraine of the catastrophe, Russian soldiers have been identified in attacks of at least six other hydropower installations. Scott Montgomery, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025 Nigerian drone startup Terra Industries beat out a rival bid from an Israeli consortium to provide security for two hydropower plants in a $1.2 million contract. Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 4 June 2025 The treaty is essential for supporting agriculture and hydropower in the country with 240 million people. Time, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hydropower

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First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hydropower was in 1933

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“Hydropower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydropower. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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hydropower

noun
hy·​dro·​pow·​er ˈhī-drə-ˌpau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce hydropower (audio)
: hydroelectric power
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