Engine

Pronunciation

/ˈɛndʒɪn/

Definitions

Noun (n)

• A machine with moving parts that converts power into motion, typically using fuel or electricity, and is used to power vehicles, machines, or appliances. For example: “The car’s engine roared to life.”
  • Mechanical Engine: A device that uses heat energy, often from burning fuel, to create mechanical motion.
  • Electric Engine: An electric motor that converts electrical energy into mechanical work.
  • Search Engine: A software system designed to search for information on the internet.
• Figuratively, it can refer to the driving force or source of power behind any process or activity. For example: “The engine of economic growth is innovation.”

Verb (v)

• To power or operate using an engine: To cause something to function or move by providing it with mechanical or electrical energy from an engine. For example: “This new model of train is engineerd to run at high speeds.”
• To drive or propel: To give impetus or power to something like an idea or project. For instance: “His passion engineered the success of the project.”

Phrases

• “Under the hood”: Refers to the engine compartment of a vehicle where the engine is located.
• “Engine room”: The part of a ship or building where the engines are housed, or metaphorically, the central place where work or activity is generated.
• “Engine of change”: Refers to something that drives significant transformation or progress.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The airplane’s jet engine provides the necessary thrust for flight.”
• Verb: “They decided to engine the boat with solar power to reduce their carbon footprint.”

Synonyms

• Motor
• Powerplant
• Propulsion System
• Dynamo (for electrical engines)
• Drive Train (in reference to the components that transmit power from the engine to the wheels)
• Driving Force (figurative use)