Lenoir engine en · NOUN
Etymology
Invented by the Belgian-French engineer Étienne Lenoir.
Meanings
- (historical) An internal combustion engine that burned a mixture of coal gas and air ignited by a "jumping sparks" ignition system by Ruhmkorff coil.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir engines | Number=Plur | lexicographic |