Rotary Engine (Noun)
Meaning 1
An internal-combustion engine in which power is transmitted directly to rotating components.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
An internal-combustion engine having cylinders arranged radially around a central crankcase.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The automotive company had long considered abandoning its beloved rotary engine due to decreased sales and emissions concerns.
- The high-revving rotary engine of the sports car was notorious for its poor fuel efficiency.
- The inventor tinkerered with various rotary engine designs in his garage before settling on a compact layout.
- By investing heavily in research and development, the brand had been able to transform its rotary engine into a slightly more fuel-efficient and environmentally-friendly option.
- The iconic sports car was perhaps best known for its high-performance rotary engine, which provided lightning-fast acceleration on the track.