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hydropower
noun
Definition
Electricity generated by harnessing the energy of moving water.
In a sentence
“Hydropower is the largest source of renewable electricity globally, accounting for around 16 per cent of production.”
Synonyms
water powerhydraulic power
Common collocations
- hydropower plant
- hydropower generation
- expand hydropower
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