engine cooling system
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Definition
- 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
- equipment in a motor vehicle that cools the engine