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The term "engine" can refer to several different concepts depending on the context. Here are a few common interpretations: 1. **Mechanical Engine**: In a mechanical context, an engine is a machine designed to convert energy into mechanical work. This includes internal combustion engines (like those found in cars) and external combustion engines (like steam engines). Engines typically convert fuel into energy through processes involving combustion, heat exchange, or mechanical motion.