modelengine
nounUK /ˈmɒd.əl ˈen.dʒɪn/
US /ˈmɑː.dəl ˈen.dʒɪn/
A model engine is a small copy of a real engine that people build and run for fun.
He built a tiny model engine that runs on steam.
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2. A software tool that creates or simulates engine designs.
The team used a model engine to test the new car design.
3. A small engine used to power model planes, boats, or cars.
The model engine in his plane is very light.
4. A teaching example that shows how an engine works.
The teacher showed a model engine to explain pistons.