Engine 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 determined that the engine block was damaged beyond repair and needed to be replaced.
- The cracked engine block caused the car to overheat and eventually stall on the side of the road.
- The old engine block was carefully removed and set aside for salvage, while a new one was installed.
- During the inspection, it was discovered that the engine block had been damaged by the overheating incident.
- The machine shop specialized in repairing and resurfacing engine blocks for classic cars and trucks.