bow thruster
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bow thruster
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Other faults have since been found with a coupling and a bow thruster, and it is likely to be out of action until early next week.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
According to filings, various control systems, including controls for Pamina’s engines and remote controls for its engines and bow thruster, “failed to operate properly.”
From Seattle Times • May 28, 2023
On Thursday, there were also technical issues with the MV Clansman's bow thruster, used for manoeuvring, with the MV Isle of Mull operating the service instead.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2022
Traditionalists will argue otherwise, but it is my firm belief that every yacht should have a bow thruster as standard equipment�as this one does.
From Time Magazine Archive
In the event of loss of the main propulsion system, the yacht can proceed indefinitely at six knots, using the directed thrust of the Schottel bow thruster, which is powered by its own diesel engine.
From Time Magazine Archive
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