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Meaning of barring engine | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A small, auxiliary motor that slowly rotates a large main engine (i.e. massive marine diesel or steam engine) to a specific position for starting, maintenance, or cooling, preventing damage and allowing precise alignment without full engine power.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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