engineering

[ en-juh-neer-ing ]

noun

1. the art or science of making practical application of the knowledge of pure sciences, as physics or chemistry, as in the construction of engines, bridges, buildings, mines, ships, and chemical plants.
2. the action, work, or profession of an engineer.
3. Digital Technology. the art or process of designing and programming computer systems:

   computer engineering;

   software engineering.

4. skillful or artful contrivance; maneuvering.

engineering

/ ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ /

noun

1. the profession of applying scientific principles to the design, construction, and maintenance of engines, cars, machines, etc ( mechanical engineering ), buildings, bridges, roads, etc ( civil engineering ), electrical machines and communication systems ( electrical engineering ), chemical plant and machinery ( chemical engineering ), or aircraft ( aeronautical engineering ) See also military engineering

engineering

/ ĕn′jə-nîr′ĭng /

1. The application of science to practical uses such as the design of structures, machines, and systems. Engineering has many specialities such as civil engineering, chemical engineering, and mechanical engineering.

Other Words From

• nonen·gi·neering noun adjective
• preen·gi·neering adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of engineering¹

First recorded in 1710–20; engineer + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

It also gives ideas for engineering new immune-cell-based therapies in the laboratory for fighting diseases such as a cancer.

From BBC

Brighten The Corners said students had a chance to learn about roles in the music and live events industries, including sound engineering, management and marketing.

From BBC

Additionally, findings may have significant implications for industrial process engineering.

From Science Daily

The team hopes that their new bio-inspired microfluidic fabrication technique could be used in various fields of science and engineering, potentially leading to more efficient microreactors, advanced heat exchangers, and innovative tissue engineering scaffolds.

From Science Daily

Dunn is a professor of chemical and biological engineering at the McCormick School of Engineering.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• architecture
• design
• metallurgy
• planning