cylinder block

noun

, Automotive.

1. the metal casting in which the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine are bored.

cylinder block

noun

1. the metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling channels or fins of a reciprocating internal-combustion engine Sometimes shortened toblock

Word History and Origins

Origin of cylinder block¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

It will be noticed that the casting shown at Fig. 86 has a large opening in the side of the cylinder block.

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After it is cut and bent to shape the second cylinder block is soldered in place.

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It will be seen that the pivot goes through both the second cylinder block and the engine standard.

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Otherwise the steam pressure will force the cylinder-block faces apart and steam leakage will result.

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When he had perfected it, in keeping with his agreement, he threw the new cylinder-block open for the use of his fellows.

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