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straight-six

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An internal combustion engine, with six cylinders mounted in a straight line along the crankcase with all the pistons driving a common crankshaft.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: automotive, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, transport, vehicles

Examples

  • He spent extra for a V8 because he doubted that a straight-six would be enough for towing his trailer.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: inline engine, straight engine, internal combustion engine, engine, motor

2

noun

Meaning 2

A vehicle with such an engine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: dated, metonymically

Examples

  • His grandpa was driving a straight-six at a time when few people had one.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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