bow thruster
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bow thruster
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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It was removed from service on Thursday for investigations into a problem with its bow thruster, but CalMac said this issue was not linked to the decision to scrap it.
From BBC • Aug. 3, 2024
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
With the Naiad hydraulic bow thruster, Jay moved the bow through an arc of about 45 degrees and then engaged the portside engine.
From Time Magazine Archive
Neither was the decision to offer an optional bow thruster; the thruster makes docking and undocking the 29 a snap, even in the most trying wind and current conditions.
From Time Magazine Archive
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