jet engine

noun

: an engine that produces motion as a result of the rearward discharge of a jet of fluid

specifically : an airplane engine that uses atmospheric oxygen to burn fuel and produces a rearward discharge of heated air and exhaust gases see airplane illustration

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In human terms, a sound of this level can easily rival the roar of a jet engine taking off a mere 100 meters away from you. —

Scott Travers, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024 In parallel, hybrid propulsion systems are being developed, combining traditional jet engines with electric power to reduce emissions and noise. —

Greg Ombach, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024 For a human, this would be like standing in the jet engine of a plane. —

Jonathan O’Callaghan, WIRED, 14 Aug. 2024 Nearby were the remains of two turbine jet engines along with a broken wing. —

Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 12 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for jet engine