axial-flow

[ ak-see-uhl-floh ]

adjective

1. having a fluid flow parallel to an axis of rotation, as in a turbine.

Example Sentences

Last year his men finished the axial-flow T-34 Turbo-Wasp, an intermediate jet type which drives a propeller.

From Time Magazine Archive

Terrific acceleration comes from a direct-drive, axial-flow jet pump connected to an oval-edged three-blade impeller and an 82mm nozzle.

From Time Magazine Archive

CMD's high-volume, axial-flow pump delivers comparable thrust, and with strong acceleration.

From Time Magazine Archive