What is another word for locomotive engine?
Pronunciation: [lˌə͡ʊkəmˈə͡ʊtɪv ˈɛnd͡ʒɪn] (IPA) 
A locomotive engine is a type of vehicle that moves on rails to transport people or goods. Synonyms for the word "locomotive engine" include the terms train engine, steam engine, and railway engine. These phrases all refer to the same kind of machine that powers trains on the tracks. The most common type of locomotive engine is powered by steam generated by burning coal, but there are also diesel locomotives that run on diesel fuel. These synonyms are often used interchangeably, and each one accurately describes the type of transport machine that drives trains and moves them along the tracks.
