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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On Monday, several cranes could be seen lifting large pieces of debris, including what appeared to be a jet engine and a section of the plane's fuselage.
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025
Washington thrives on Daniels' creativity at the line of scrimmage, but that might be more difficult while standing inside the equivalent to a 747 jet engine at takeoff.
—Everett Cook, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
Most jet engines for large commercial planes are made by several U.S. and European companies.
—Niraj Chokshi, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2025
For example, in airfoil casting—to produce a critical jet engine component—Howmet manages every step from mold assembly to high-speed CNC machining to coatings.
—Stockstory Team, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025
Washington thrives on Daniels' creativity at the line of scrimmage, but that might be more difficult while standing inside the equivalent to a 747 jet engine at takeoff.
—Everett Cook, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
Most jet engines for large commercial planes are made by several U.S. and European companies.
—Niraj Chokshi, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2025
For example, in airfoil casting—to produce a critical jet engine component—Howmet manages every step from mold assembly to high-speed CNC machining to coatings.
—Stockstory Team, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Jet engine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jet%20engine. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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