Hydro

/ˈhaɪdrəʊ/

noun

A building where electricity is produced from water power.

A large hydro was built to provide electricity to the town.

Technical

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Pro Tip 1/2

Understand 'hydro' as a place that uses water flow to generate electricity.

The valley's hydro provides power to the nearby cities.

Pro Tip 2/2

'Hydro' can refer to the power station building itself, not just the energy.

The old hydro is a landmark and a monument to renewable energy.

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