small block

English

Etymology

From the smaller size of the engine block compared to a big block engine.

Adjective

small block (not comparable)

  1. (automotive, of an engine) having or characterised by a relatively small and lighter engine block

Usage notes

Not the same as short block, which refers to the completeness of an engine subassembly rather than the physical size.

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