compression ignition

noun

1. ignition of engine fuel by the heat of air compressed in the cylinders into which the fuel is introduced.

Other Words From

• com·pression-ig·nition adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of compression ignition¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Considerable development of the compression ignition type of engine for aircraft will be required before it is commonly available.

From Project Gutenberg