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ENGINES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Engines.

Engines - as a noun

Motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motor7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something used to achieve a purpose

Example: "An engine of change"

A wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
locomotive17locomotive enginerailway locomotive
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
self-propelled vehicle
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.

Example: "Medieval engines of war"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
instrument12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Engines - as a verb

To equip with an engine; said especially of steam vessels.

Example: "Vessels are often built by one firm and engined by another."

To assault with an engine.

To contrive; to put into action.

To rack; to torture.

Example Sentences

"They are developing more fuel-efficient engines for airplanes."
"The rocket's engines ignited, propelling it into space."
"The new high-speed train boasts powerful engines."
"Modern cars are equipped with sophisticated engines."
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Word Game Points

Is ENGINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, engines is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENGINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ENGINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, engines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENGINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ENGINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, engines is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENGINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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