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turbojet engine

–noun
a jet-propulsion engine in which air from the atmosphere is compressed for combustion by a turbine-driven compressor.

Origin:
1940–45
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turbojet engine

noun
a jet engine in which a fan driven by a turbine provides extra air to the burner and gives extra thrust [syn: fanjet
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