Full-powered
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 At full power; at the very utmost limit. not-comparable
"They will stand unused for a considerable period without noticeable deterioration. Their strength does not rapidly "leak" or escape. They are full-powered, eager to give you their sparks."
- 2 For vessels that depends on engines for propulsion that is independent of assistance from any sails. not-comparable
"The Royal Mail Steamship " Britannia," full-powered ocean-going screw steamer of 3,700 tons, engines of 650 horsepower, barque-rigged, carries 3,300 tons dead weight of coal and cargo."
Example
More examples"They will stand unused for a considerable period without noticeable deterioration. Their strength does not rapidly "leak" or escape. They are full-powered, eager to give you their sparks."
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