Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Engines.
Engines - as a noun
Motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motorHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Something used to achieve a purpose
Example: "An engine of change"
A wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
locomotivelocomotive enginerailway locomotiveHypernyms (Closely Related)
self-propelled vehicleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.
Example: "Medieval engines of war"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
instrumentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Engines - as a verb
To equip with an engine; said especially of steam vessels.
Example: "Vessels are often built by one firm and engined by another."
To assault with an engine.
To contrive; to put into action.
To rack; to torture.
Example Sentences
"They are developing more fuel-efficient engines for airplanes."
"The rocket's engines ignited, propelling it into space."
"The new high-speed train boasts powerful engines."
"Modern cars are equipped with sophisticated engines."
Word Game Points
Is ENGINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, engines is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ENGINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is ENGINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, engines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordENGINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is ENGINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, engines is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENGINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
