"big block" meaning in English

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Adjective

Etymology: From the larger size of the engine block compared to a small block engine. Etymology templates: {{m|en|small block}} small block Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} big block (not comparable)
  1. (automotive, of an engine) Having or characterised by a large, heavy and powerful engine block. Tags: not-comparable Categories (topical): Automotive
    Sense id: en-big_block-en-adj-xJ-Nhhkq Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: automotive, transport, vehicles

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