Definition of "hydroelectric" []

• Generating electricity by conversion of the energy of running water. (adjective)
• Of, relating to, or using electricity so generated. (adjective)

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• "Of course, hydroelectric is there, but haven't most of the useful places been utilized."
• "He criticized the military's proposal to buy generators and diesel fuel for the energy-starved city of Kandahar and supported a longer-term hydroelectric dam project."
• "Most of our power comes from petroleum fired steam plants, about 25% from hydroelectric, which is nearly maxed out, a little from a few nuke plants, most of which are nearing the end of service."