a building in which engines, as fire engines, railroad locomotives, etc., are housed
engine house in American English
noun
a building in which a fire engine is stationed
Word origin
[1725–35]This word is first recorded in the period 1725–35. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: arcade, copyright, hairline, roulette, vampire
Examples of 'engine house' in a sentence
engine house
By nightfall, conditions inside the engine house had grown desperate.
Smithsonian (2009)
Her body is discovered on the ledge of a disused engine house.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The five-storey former engine house, a magnificent granite structure with a tall chimney, is eye-catching and the top-floor living room has thrilling views.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The late artist's 40ft painting studio interconnects with the two-bedroom former engine house, where his brushes are still in situ.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
The ruin of the old engine house that hugs the high cliffs is instantly recognisable to fans of the show.
The Sun (2017)
The electricity was generated by a steam engine, located in the engine house, and the light could be seen for up to 26 miles.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The lean-to engine house and boathouse, with its elm boarding interior and spiral staircase to the sail loft, are no follies.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The tallest and noblest of these derelictions are the engine houses.