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n motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work n something used to achieve a purpose n a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks n an instrument or …

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  1. n motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work n something used to achieve a purpose n a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks n an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc.