Definition

1. Noun:
   • Equipment in a motor vehicle that cools the engine: A system designed to prevent an internal combustion engine from overheating by dissipating excess heat. It typically includes components like a radiator, coolant, water pump, thermostat, and cooling fans.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The mechanic diagnosed a leak in the engine cooling system.
  • Regular maintenance of the engine cooling system is essential to prevent breakdowns.
  • A malfunctioning engine cooling system can lead to severe engine damage.

Advanced Usage

• "to overheat due to a failure in the engine cooling system": A phrase describing a common cause of engine trouble.
  • The car broke down because it overheated due to a failure in the engine cooling system.

Variants and Related Words

• Cooling system (n): A more general term for any system that removes heat. In the context of a motor vehicle, it is often synonymous with "engine cooling system."

  • The vehicle's cooling system needs a flush.

• Radiator (n): A key component of the engine cooling system where coolant releases heat to the air.

• Coolant (n): The liquid (often a mixture of water and antifreeze) that circulates through the engine cooling system to absorb and transfer heat.

Synonyms

• Cooling system: The most direct synonym in automotive contexts.

Related Phrases

• Engine overheating: A condition the engine cooling system is designed to prevent.
• Coolant leak: A common problem within an engine cooling system.

Noun

1. equipment in a motor vehicle that cools the engine