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DONKEY-ENGINE

\dˈɒŋkɪˈɛnd͡ʒɪn], \dˈɒŋkɪˈɛnd‍ʒɪn], \d_ˈɒ_ŋ_k_ɪ__ˈɛ_n_dʒ_ɪ_n]\

Definitions of DONKEY-ENGINE

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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A small steam-engine used as subsidiary to a large engine, pumping water into its boilers, etc.

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
By Henry Percy Smith

n. A small assistant engine in steam-vessels, deriving its steam from the boiler.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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