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1. (n.) rotary engine
an engine, as a turbine, in which the impelling fluid produces torque directly rather than by acting upon reciprocating parts.
2. rotary engine
an internal-combustion engine, as the Wankel engine, whose power is developed by a rotor revolving in the combustion chamber.
3. rotary engine
a revolving radial engine.
Etymology: (1810–20)
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1. (noun) rotary engine
an internal-combustion engine in which power is transmitted directly to rotating components
2. (noun) radial engine, rotary engine
an internal-combustion engine having cylinders arranged radially around a central crankcase
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