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The correct spelling is engine.
How to pronounce engine
/end͡ʒən/
nounIPA: /end͡ʒən/
Say it like: Enj-ine
The correct spelling is engine. A large construction used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult etc. For example: "a graphics engine"
Usage Examples
“a graphics engine”
“Vessels are often built by one firm and engined by another.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A large construction used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult etc.
- 2.A tool; a utensil or implement.
- 3.A complex mechanical device which converts energy into useful motion or physical effects.
- 4.A person or group of people which influence a larger group; a driving force.
- 5.The part of a car or other vehicle which provides the force for motion, now especially one powered by internal combustion.
verb
- 1.To equip with an engine; said especially of steam vessels.
- 2.To assault with an engine.
- 3.To contrive; to put into action.
- 4.To rack; to torture.
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