engineering

verbnouncommon in dialogue

United Kingdom//ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ//
United States//ˌɛn.d͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ.ɪŋ//

The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.

verb

1
Also a form of engineerpresent participle and gerund of engineer

Etymology

From engineer + -ing.

noun

1
The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
One of the hidden glories of Victorian engineering is proper drains. Isolating a city’s effluent and shipping it away in underground sewers has probably saved more lives than any medical procedure except vaccination.
2
The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.
3
Actions controling the motion, shape, or substance of any physical object(s).
4
Designates the office area of the professional engineering staff.

Forms

plural: engineerings

engine · A large construction used in warfare, such as a battering…engineer · A soldier engaged in designing or constructing military works…engineered · Produced by engineering; designed and manufactured according…

engineering · The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.

England · The largest and most populous constituent country of the…english · Spinning or rotary motion given to a ball around the vertical…English · Of or pertaining to England.

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