Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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diesel engine | Yes | No | No | No |
direct injection diesel engine | Yes | No | No | No |
diesel engine (noun) | direct injection diesel engine (noun) |
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an internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil | a diesel engine that has injectors mounted at the top of the combustion chamber; the injectors are activated either by hydraulic pressure from the fuel pump, or an electronic signal from an engine controller. |