hy·dro·e·lec·tric
(hi′drō-i-lĕktrik)
(hi′drō-i-lĕktrik)adj.
1. Generating electricity by conversion of the energy of running water.
2. Of, relating to, or using electricity so generated.
hy′dro·e·lectri·cal·lyadv.
hy′dro·e·lec·trici·ty(-i-lĕk-trisi-te)n.
hydroelectricThe mechanical energy of moving water is transferred by a rotating turbine to a generator, where it is converted to electric energy and conveyed along transmission lines.