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Meaning of "diesel engine" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF DIESEL ENGINE

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF DIESEL ENGINE

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Diesel engine is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES DIESEL ENGINE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

diesel engine

Diesel engine

The diesel engine is an internal combustion engine that uses the heat of compression to initiate ignition and burn the fuel that has been injected into the combustion chamber. This contrasts with spark-ignition engines such as a petrol engine or gas engine, which use a spark plug to ignite an air-fuel mixture. The diesel engine has the highest thermal efficiency of any standard internal or external combustion engine due to its very high compression ratio. Low-speed diesel engines can have a thermal efficiency that exceeds 50%. Diesel engines are manufactured in two-stroke and four-stroke versions. They were originally used as a more efficient replacement for stationary steam engines. Since the 1910s they have been used in submarines and ships. Use in locomotives, trucks, heavy equipment and electric generating plants followed later. In the 1930s, they slowly began to be used in a few automobiles. Since the 1970s, the use of diesel engines in larger on-road and off-road vehicles in the USA increased.

Definition of diesel engine in the English dictionary

The definition of diesel engine in the dictionary is a type of internal-combustion engine in which atomized fuel oil is sprayed into the cylinder and ignited by compression alone.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE DIESEL ENGINE

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WORDS THAT END LIKE DIESEL ENGINE

aero engine
compression-ignition engine
engine
external-combustion engine
fire engine
fuel injection engine
gas engine
heat engine
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internal-combustion engine
jet engine
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steam engine
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Stirling engine
tank engine
traction engine
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valve-in-head engine

Synonyms and antonyms of diesel engine in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «diesel engine» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF DIESEL ENGINE

Find out the translation of diesel engine to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of diesel engine from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «diesel engine» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

柴油机
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

motor diesel
570 millions of speakers

English

diesel engine
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

डीजल इंजन
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

محرك الديزل
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

дизельный двигатель
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

motor a diesel
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ডিজেল ইঞ্জিন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

moteur diesel
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Enjin diesel
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Dieselmotor
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ディーゼルエンジン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

디젤엔진
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Mesin diesel
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

động cơ diesel
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

டீசல் இயந்திரம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

डिझेल इंजिन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

dizel motor
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

motore diesel
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

silnik wysokoprężny
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

дизельний двигун
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

motor diesel
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κινητήρα diesel
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

diesel enjin
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

dieselmotor
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

dieselmotor
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of diesel engine

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «DIESEL ENGINE»

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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «DIESEL ENGINE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about diesel engine

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QUOTES WITH «DIESEL ENGINE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word diesel engine.
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Daryl Hannah
Most people are really stunned to find out that the technology has been around for more than 100 years, and that the diesel engine was in fact invented to run on vegetable oil.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DIESEL ENGINE»

Discover the use of diesel engine in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to diesel engine and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Modern Diesel Technology: Diesel Engines
Combining a simple, straightforward writing style, ample illustrations, and step-by-step instruction, this trusted guide helps aspiring technicians develop the knowledge and skills they need to service modern, computer-controlled diesel ...
Sean Bennett, 2014
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Diesel engine reference book
The latest edition leaves few of the original chapters untouched. The technical changes of the past 20 years have been enormous and this is reflected in the book.
Bernard Challen, Rodica Baranescu, 1999
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Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair
Marine Diesel Engines explains how to: Diagnose and repair engine problems Perform routine and annual maintenance Extend the life and improve the efficiency of your engine Nigel Calder is widely acknowledged as the world's foremost writer ...
Nigel Calder, 2006
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How to Install a New Diesel Engine
Format 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Illus. 65 b&w photos and 38 line drawings - Useful information for both sail and powerboat owners - New edition of a proven book for those confronted with the problem of installing a new diesel engine - Includes ...
Peter Cumberlidge, 2006
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Diesel Engine Transient Operation: Principles of Operation ...
Researchers in the field will find this book s comprehensive coverage of the latest research particularly informative and will also appreciate the authors analysis of available modeling techniques.
Constantine D. Rakopoulos, Evangelos G. Giakoumis, 2009
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Diesel Engine Engineering 2:
Preface Classification of Diesel Engines CHAPTER 1: THERMODYNAMICS OF DIESEL ENGINE 1. Introduction 2. Principle of diesel engine operation 3. Theoretical diesel engine cycles and thermal efficiency 4. Calculated cycles of four ...
Andrei Makartchouk, 2011
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Diesel-Engine Management
This book also focuses on minimizing emissions inside of the engine and exhaust-gas treatment (e.g., by particulate filters). The texts are complemented by numerous detailed drawings and illustrations.
Robert Bosch GmbH, 2006
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Lamb's questions and answers on the marine diesel engine
New purifier systems for fuel treatment, and the testing of fuel and lubrication oils on board ship are also discussed. Over 100 new illustrations, most were specifically drawn for this new edition.
Stanley G. Christensen, John Lamb, 1990
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Diesel Generator Auxiliary Systems and Instruments
This book is written for all people working in diesel generators business and specially for design and technical sales engineers who are welling to increase their knowledge in this subject.
Mohammad Abdulqader, 2006
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Diesel Engines
This book covers diesel engine theory, technology, operation and maintenance for candidates for the Department of Transport's Certificates of Competency in Marine Engineering, Class One and Class Two.
A. J. Wharton, Anthony John Wharton, 1991

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DIESEL ENGINE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term diesel engine is used in the context of the following news items.
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BRCC partners with diesel repair industry to help fill job short …
Everybody who has a diesel engine is going to need a tech at some time," Becnel said. McLain said diesel mechanics can expect to start out ... «WAFB.com, Jul 15»
2
2015 Subaru Forester Review : 2.0D-L diesel CVT | CarAdvice
Then March 2015 rolled around, and with it the inclusion of a self-shifting transmission/diesel engine combination as part of a range of MY15 ... «CarAdvice, Jul 15»
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Wait for Maruti Suzuki Ciaz with 1.6-Litre Diesel Gets Longer: Report
Despite previous reports suggesting Maruti Suzuki's Ciaz sedan will soon get Fiat 1.6 litre diesel engine in India, the emerging reports on the ... «International Business Times, India Edition, Jul 15»
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Alaska's 'diesel engine' secret to comeback abilities, says Abueva
“It's like a diesel engine, once you start it you have to heat it up first before revving,” Abueva said. “It's like when we start to get it going in the ... «Inquirer.net, Jul 15»
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Audi adds diesel to its best-selling A4
Most Audi nameplates offer a diesel engine, but the A4 has been a holdout. Last week, Audi confirmed that the 2017 A4 lineup will include a ... «Automotive News, Jul 15»
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Months After Saying Customers Yearn For Its New Diesel Pickup …
Not long after FiatChrysler's Ram pickup-truck unit launched its Ram 1500 pickup early last year with a diesel engine that almost magically ... «Forbes, Jul 15»
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Shell Lubricants introduces multi purpose diesel engine oil
NEW DELHI: Shell Lubricants has launched a multi-purpose engine oil, Rimula APDEO CF 20W40, for medium and heavy duty engines here ... «ET Auto, Jul 15»
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MOL to equip new vessel with methanol-fuelled low-speed diesel
Named Flexie series, the new 199.95m-long and 32.2m-wide vessels will be equipped with an electronically controlled diesel engine with ... «Ship Technology, Jul 15»
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First methanol-powered diesel engine debuted by MAN D&T
MAN Diesel & Turbo has run successful tests of a new liquid-gas-injection engine, the ME-LGI, set for installation on a newbuild Mitsui OSK ... «Seatrade Maritime News, Jul 15»
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Opel Insignia gains a new diesel engine & Apple CarPlay compatibility
The Opel Insignia is getting a little long in tooth but that hasn't stopped the company from announcing a series of updates to the model. Starting ... «WorldCarFans.com, Jun 15»

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