engine turning

noun

1. ornamentation having the form of a pattern of circular arcs, engraved by a rose engine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of engine turning¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Scotty had chosen the fast speedboat and already had the engine turning over.

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"He's got that engine turning up as fast as it will go," he commented.

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This represents two windmills, turning in opposite directions; and imitates the engine turning, on the backs of watches.

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Well versed in the literacy of consumption, these people perform exactly the function expected: keep the economic engine turning.

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She would pass anything, even the unexpected appearance of a road-mending engine turning a corner did not perceptibly disturb her.

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