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DIESELS

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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Diesels.

Diesels - as a noun

An internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diesel enginediesel motor
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
iceinternal-combustion engine
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

German engineer (born in france) who invented the diesel engine (1858-1913)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rudolf christian karl dieselrudolf diesel

Diesels - as a verb

To ignite a substance by using the heat generated by compression

For a spark-ignition internal combustion engine to continue running after the electrical current to the spark plugs has been turned off. this occurs when there's enough heat in the combustion chamber to ignite the air and fuel mixture without a spark, the same way that heat and pressure cause ignition in a diesel engine.

Example: "The only reason the vw bug has a solenoid is to prevent it from dieseling."

Example Sentences

"He prefers to drive diesels instead of gasoline cars."
"The emissions from diesels are being closely regulated."
"He is an expert in maintaining and repairing diesels."
"The new diesels have reduced noise levels compared to older models."
"My neighbor owns two diesels."
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Word Game Points

Is DIESELS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diesels is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIESELS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DIESELS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diesels is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIESELS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DIESELS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diesels is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIESELS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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