auxiliary boiler
noun
Pronunciation: ɔːɡˈzɪljəri ˈbɔɪlər
Definition
A secondary steam-generating unit used to provide heat or power for non-propulsion purposes on a vessel or in an industrial facility.
Examples
The crew performed routine maintenance on the auxiliary boiler while the ship was docked.
An auxiliary boiler ensures that the ship's galley and cabins remain heated during long voyages.
Engineers monitored the auxiliary boiler to ensure the steam pressure remained within safe limits.
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