Skip to main content
Glite Dictionary
fanjet engine

fanjet engine

6.8
A jet engine with a large front fan that pushes extra air to make more power and save fuel
  • noun
  • /ˈfænˌdʒɛt ˈɛnʤɪn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : motor turbofan
  • The fanjet engine provides greater thrust for large aircraft.

Examples

  • Most modern commercial aircraft use fanjet engines due to their superior fuel efficiency and noise reduction.

  • Engineers are continually working to improve the performance of the fanjet engine for future airliners.

  • The Boeing 747 is powered by four fanjet engines that enable it to fly long distances efficiently.

  • Many modern jets utilize a fanjet engine for improved performance.

  • The new airplane model is powered by a highly efficient fanjet engine that reduces fuel consumption.

  • Engineers are excited about the latest advancements in fanjet engine technology for commercial jets.

  • By using a fanjet engine, the aircraft can achieve greater thrust with less noise than traditional engines.

Synonyms

jet engine
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
14 3.7

An engine that pushes a plane by shooting out fast hot air

requires extra forced air from a turbine-driven fan rather than only gas exhaust
aircraft engine
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
1 3.5

A machine that gives power to a plane so it can fly

is specific about using a turbine-driven fan to add air and thrust
turbofan
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
1 6.1

A jet engine with a big fan that gives extra power and saves fuel on passenger planes

focuses on the mechanical design rather than common usage notes
turbofan engine
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
1 5.1

A jet motor with a large front fan that pushes extra air to make the plane move forward

is an alternative label used interchangeably rather than a different design
fan-jet
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
6.4

An engine with a large fan that pushes extra air to make the plane go faster

is written without a hyphen rather than describing a different engine type
fanjet
vsfanjet engine
  • Specialized
6.7

A jet engine with a large front fan, or a plane powered by it

refers only to the engine design rather than to the aircraft as well

Surface Forms

fanjet engine singular
fanjet engines plural

Morphology

fanjet + engine

The compound is directly compositional: 'fanjet' denotes a jet engine with a fan and 'engine' names the machine, so the phrase refers transparently to that type of engine. Although somewhat technical, a B1 learner who knows the constituent words can readily infer the meaning from their combination.

Etymology

The name fanjet engine comes from a simple image: a jet engine with a large fan at the front that pushes extra air into it, giving more push while using less fuel. That's why 'fanjet engines' are used on many airliners for 'better fuel use' and 'less noise'.