Meaning of the word "steam engine" in English

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steam engine

US /ˈstiːm ˌen.dʒɪn/
UK /ˈstiːm ˌen.dʒɪn/
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Noun

1.

a machine that converts the heat energy of steam into mechanical energy, typically used to power trains or other machinery

Example:
The old steam engine chugged slowly down the tracks.
James Watt made significant improvements to the steam engine.
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