Meaning & Definition of Engine in English
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Engine
/ɛnʤən/
noun
1. Motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
synonym:
- engine
2. Something used to achieve a purpose
- "An engine of change"
synonym:
- engine
3. A wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks
synonym:
- locomotive,
- engine,
- locomotive engine,
- railway locomotive
4. An instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.
- "Medieval engines of war"
synonym:
- engine
Examples of using
The engine works well.
Tom stopped the car and turned off the engine.
The car's engine broke down on the way.