What does "azipod" mean?

An azimuth thruster, an engine and ships' propeller in an underslung pod that is azimuth adjustable, to replace a fixed-azimuth propeller and rudder configuration.

What is a synonym for "azipod"?

Common synonyms include: azimuth thruster, azimuth thruster.

Azipod

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Noun

1
An azimuth thruster, an engine and ships' propeller in an underslung pod that is azimuth adjustable, to replace a fixed-azimuth propeller and rudder configuration.

Synonyms

All synonyms

azimuth thruster azimuth thruster

Etymology

A trademark, from a blend of azimuth thruster + pod

Related phrases

azimuth thruster

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