English Expression · Intermediate
in-line engine
An engine that has all cylinders in one line or row
Pronunciation: say in-line engine
Meaning
An engine that has all cylinders in one line or row.
Example
The straight-eight is an eight-cylinder in-line engine.
The straight-eight is an eight-cylinder in-line engine.
Practice tips
- Practice in-line 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.