oil pan

noun

1. the bottom part of the crankcase of an internal-combustion engine in which the oil used to lubricate the engine accumulates.

Word History and Origins

Origin of oil pan¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

An oil pan is placed under the engine and the top is covered with a hood just as in motor car practice.

From Project Gutenberg

Crank-case of aluminum, barrel type, oil pan on bottom removable.

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Couldn't any water or mud get in—not with that oil pan perfect.

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