diesel
/ˈdizəl/
noun
- A type of engine that uses compression to ignite fuel, rather than a spark plug.
- Diesel engines are known for their durability and high torque.
- My truck has a diesel, so it gets better fuel economy than a gasoline engine.
- The boat's diesel started with a low rumble.
- Fuel used in diesel engines, made from petroleum.
- Farmers rely on diesel to run their tractors.
- We need to fill the tank with diesel before the trip.
- The price of diesel has gone up again this month.
- A vehicle, especially a truck or train, powered by a diesel engine.
- The railway company is replacing its diesels with electric trains.
- The old diesel chugged up the hill slowly.
- He drives a diesel because it's more efficient for long distances.
Antonyms
verb
- To continue running after the ignition is turned off, said of an engine (also called 'run-on').
- My old car used to diesel for a few seconds after I turned the key.
- The mechanic fixed the timing so the engine wouldn't diesel anymore.
- If the engine is too hot, it may diesel when you shut it off.