Engine

German Meaning

Motor

Maschine

Triebwerk

Lokomotive

English Meaning

  1. A machine that converts energy into mechanical force or motion.
  2. Such a machine distinguished from an electric, spring-driven, or hydraulic motor by its use of a fuel.
  3. A mechanical appliance, instrument, or tool: engines of war.
  4. An agent, instrument, or means of accomplishment.
  5. A locomotive.
  6. A fire engine.
  7. Computer Science A search engine.
  8. To equip with an engine or engines.