Carnot heat engine

noun

A theoretical heat engine that operates on Carnot's cycle.

Meanings

nounCarnot heat engine (plural Carnot heat engines)

plural Carnot heat engines

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA theoretical heat engine that operates on Carnot's cycle.

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