Turbojet Definition

tûrbō-jĕt
turbojets
noun
turbojets
A tunnel-like reaction engine in which air is drawn in, compressed by spinning blades attached to the turbine shaft, and mixed with atomized fuel, with the resultant mixture being ignited in combustion chambers to produce a powerful jet that drives the engine's turbines and provides thrust.
Webster's New World
An aircraft propelled by such an engine.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • fanjet
  • turbofan
  • fan-jet
  • turbofan engine
  • turbojet engine
  • fanjet engine

Other Word Forms of Turbojet

Noun

Singular:
turbojet
Plural:
turbojets

Origin of Turbojet

  • turbo- +"Ž jet

    From Wiktionary

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