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Meaning of engine
A machine with moving parts that converts energy into motion or mechanical work.
Etymology of engine
The word "engine" comes from the Old French word "engin", which is derived from the Latin word "ingenium", meaning "natural ability" or "innate quality".
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a machine or device that performs a specific function.
Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include a wide range of machines and devices that convert energy into motion or mechanical work.
Synonyms
motor
machine
mechanism
apparatus
device
gadget
contraption
turbine
dynamo
generator
compressor
pump
compressor
fan
blower
propeller
reactor
boiler
furnace
heater
starter
igniter
driver
actuator
controller
regulator
valve
piston
cylinder
crankshaft
camshaft
gearbox
transmission
clutch
accelerator
throttle
Definitions
- A machine that converts energy into motion or mechanical work, especially one that produces motion or force by using steam, internal combustion, or other forms of energy.
- The room or compartment in a vehicle where the engine is located.
- A person who plans, organizes, and directs a project or activity.
Usage Examples
- The car's engine was making a strange noise, so I took it to the mechanic.
- The engineer designed a new engine that was more efficient and produced less pollution.
- The train's engine pulled into the station, carrying hundreds of passengers.
Antonyms
brake
stopper
inhibitor
retarder
dampener
silencer
muffler
suppressor
extinguisher
quencher
killer
destroyer
dismantler
disassembler
remover
extractor
eliminator
eraser
canceler
nullifier
neutralizer
stabilizer
equalizer