a compartment in the lower platforms of a ship where the engine is located. The term also refers to the staff of the engine room whose basic services include maintenance and upkeep of the engines as well as providing economically produced electricity, cleanhot and cold water and clean and working drains. Electronic and other equipment such as winches (see winch in this glossary) and pumps and service equipment in good repair are an important part of their product. —Welcome to the SO Glossary Final approval 2-Mar-90