Pneumatic

/njuːˈmætɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Related to or operated by air or gas under pressure.

The pneumatic hammer was used to break up the concrete efficiently.

Filled with air; having air or gas as a part of its structure.

They installed pneumatic tires on the bicycle for better shock absorption.

From Greek 'pneumatikos', meaning 'of wind or breath'.

pneumatic tube

A system of tubes for conveying pressurized air or gas.

pneumatic system

A system that uses compressed air to transmit and control energy.

pneumatic drill

A tool powered by compressed air.

pneumatics

The technology of using gas under pressure to perform work.

air pressure

The force exerted by the weight of air in a certain area.

Having a buoyant or airy quality.

Her laugh was so pneumatic it lifted everyone's spirits.

Referring to a seductive or attractive physical form.

He was quite impressed by her pneumatic figure.