English Expression · Intermediate
diesel engine
a diesel locomotive
Pronunciation: say diesel engine
Meaning
An internal combustion engine that uses diesel fuel.
Example
Two Voith-North British hydraulic transmissions are fitted, each connected through a Hardy Spicer cardan shaft to its appropriate diesel engine.
Two Voith-North British hydraulic transmissions are fitted, each connected through a Hardy Spicer cardan shaft to its appropriate diesel engine.
Practice tips
- Practice diesel engine out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.