Diesels Meaning in English
word · lemma: diesel
Definition
“Diesels” refers to engines that run on diesel fuel, or vehicles that use these engines. It can also refer to the machines or vehicles themselves when pluralized.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in technical, automotive, and transport contexts. Common collocations include 'diesel engines', 'diesel trucks', or simply 'diesels' for vehicles. Not used for diesel fuel itself; that's just called 'diesel'.
Example Sentences
Many trucks on the highway are diesels.
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Some buses use diesels instead of gasoline engines.
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Farmers often buy diesels for heavy work.
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New emission laws are making it harder to sell diesels in the city.
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I prefer diesels for long road trips—they’re super fuel-efficient.
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That garage only services diesels, not gasoline cars.
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