noun
- The practical application of science to commerce or industry.
- synonyms: technology
- The discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems.
- usage: "he had trouble deciding which branch of engineering to study"
- synonyms: engineering science, applied science, technology
- A room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located.
- synonyms: engine room
verb
- Design as an engineer.
- usage: "He engineered the water supply project"
- synonyms: engineer
- Plan and direct (a complex undertaking. )
- usage: "he masterminded the robbery"
- synonyms: mastermind, engineer, direct, organize, organise, orchestrate
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