crate engine

English

Etymology

From the crates in which such engines are shipped to the installer.

Noun

crate engine (plural crate engines)

  1. (automotive) a new, fully-assembled automobile engine that is shipped to the installer

Synonyms

Hypernyms
  • e-crate motor (crated electric motor)
  • electric crate motor
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