A paddle wheel is a device used for propulsion or for creating a specific type of movement in water or fluids. It consists of a large wheel with paddles or blades attached to its circumference, which are immersed in the water. As the wheel rotates, the paddles push against the water, creating thrust and moving a vessel forward. Paddle wheels are commonly associated with steamboats and riverboats, particularly those that were popular in the 19th century.

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