engine
/ˈendʒɪn/
CEFR level A2Topic TechnologyWord #1595 in the learning path
发动机；引擎
Definitions
n. a machine that produces power to make something move
发动机；引擎
n. something that strongly drives growth or change
推动力
n. software that performs a particular core task within a system
专用软件引擎
Example
The engine stopped just as we reached the driveway.
我们刚到车道入口，发动机就熄火了。
Cleaner engine technology can reduce air pollution, although expanding public transport remains essential for sustainable urban travel.
更清洁的发动机技术可以减少空气污染，但扩大公共交通仍是实现城市可持续出行的关键。
Collocations
- start the engine
- jet engine
- search engine
- an engine of growth
Synonyms
- motor
Usage tip
engine多指燃料发动机；电动机通常用motor。
FAQ
- What does engine mean?
- a machine that produces power to make something move something that strongly drives growth or change software that performs a particular core task within a system
- How is engine pronounced?
- UK /ˈendʒɪn/, US /ˈendʒɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
