fixedengine
nounUK /fɪkst ˈɛndʒɪn/
US /fɪkst ˈɛndʒɪn/
An engine that stays in one place and does not move around.
The factory uses a fixed engine to power all its machines.
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2. A machine set firmly in position to drive other equipment.
The pump house contains a fixed engine that runs the water system.
3. A reliable, unchanging source of power or support.
Her steady encouragement was the fixed engine behind the whole team.
4. An engine that cannot be removed from its mounting.
Mechanics had to repair the fixed engine right where it stood.