engin
Pronunciation: 'en-j&n
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English engin, from Middle French 1 : something used to effect a purpose : AGENT, INSTRUMENT
2 a : a mechanical tool: as (1) : an instrument or machine of war (2) obsolete : a torture implement b : MACHINERY c : any of various mechanical appliances -- often used in combination
3 : a machine for converting any of various forms of energy into mechanical force and motion; also : a mechanism or object that serves as an energy source
4 : a railroad locomotive