Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Internal-Combustion Engine.
Internal-Combustion Engine - as a noun
A heat engine in which combustion occurs inside the engine rather than in a separate furnace; heat expands a gas that either moves a piston or turns a gas turbine
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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heat engineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The internal-combustion engine revolutionized transportation."
"The development of the internal-combustion engine led to the automobile industry."
"Many modern cars are equipped with efficient internal-combustion engines."
"The internal-combustion engine uses the combustion of fuel to generate power."
"The internal-combustion engine has significantly improved fuel efficiency over the years."
