Donkey Engine — synonyms, definition

1. donkey engine (Noun)

2 synonyms
auxiliary engine switch engine
2 definitions

donkey engine (Noun) — A locomotive for switching rolling stock in a railway yard.

donkey engine (Noun) — (nautical) a small engine (as one used on board ships to operate a windlass).

6 types of
engine loco locomotive locomotive engine railroad locomotive railway locomotive
1 topic
ship