Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
internal-combustion-engine
Noun
/ˌɪn.tɜrn.əl kəmˈbʌs.tʃən ˈɛn.dʒɪn/
Definition
An internal combustion engine is a type of engine that converts fuel into mechanical energy through the process of combustion inside its cylinders.
Examples
- The car’s internal combustion engine runs on gasoline.
- Many motorboats use internal combustion engines for propulsion.
- Internal combustion engines have been vital for the development of modern transportation.
Meaning
It refers to a class of engines where fuel is burned internally to produce power, commonly found in vehicles and machinery.
Synonyms
- ICE (Internal Combustion Engine)
- Combustion engine
- Piston engine
