Cylinder Block (Noun)
Meaning
A metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine; "the engine had to be replaced because the block was cracked".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The mechanic had to replace the cylinder block because it had cracked from overheating.
- A cylinder block is a critical component of an internal combustion engine, housing the cylinders and cooling ducts.
- The machinist carefully inspected the cylinder block for any defects or damage before installing it in the engine.
- When re-building an engine, it's often more cost-effective to replace the cylinder block rather than attempting to repair it.
- In a diesel engine, the cylinder block is typically made of a heavy-duty, high-strength material such as cast iron.