Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
engine-exhaust
noun
/ˈɛn.dʒɪn ɪɡˈzɔːst/
Definition
The gases that are expelled from an engine during the combustion process after having performed their work.
Examples
- The engine-exhaust from the truck was particularly thick and black, indicating incomplete combustion.
- In modern cars, the engine-exhaust is often treated with catalytic converters to reduce harmful emissions.
- High-performance vehicles often produce a distinctive engine-exhaust sound that enthusiasts love.
Meaning
Engine-exhaust refers to the byproducts, primarily gases and particulates, produced when fuel is burned in an engine, typically found in vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
Synonyms
- exhaust fumes
- engine emissions
- combustion byproducts
