(music) Any of several intervals, smaller than a tone, in ancient Greek music. / The double dagger sign (‡).

(automotive) an internal combustion engine which operates using diesel fuel

The conversion of a petrol engine to run on diesel fuel / The replacement of petrol engines with diesel engines

In diesel engines, a repetitive knocking sound when delayed ignition causes sudden high pressures.

plural of dieselization

plural of diesel engine

(US, transitive) To convert or adapt an engine to diesel fuel. / (US, transitive, rail transport) To replace steam or electric train service on a particular route or network with diesel-engined trains.

(British spelling) Alternative form of dieselize

Describing a power system in which a diesel engine powers an electrical generator.

(rail transport) A diesel-electric locomotive.