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engineering.

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

11 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/Received-Pronunciation/ˌɛn.d͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ.ɪŋ/General-American
  1. The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.

    uncountable · usually
  2. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.

    uncountable · usually
  3. Actions controling the motion, shape, or substance of any physical object(s).

    uncountable · usually
  4. Designates the office area of the professional engineering staff.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From engineer + -ing.

verb/ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/Received-Pronunciation/ˌɛn.d͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ.ɪŋ/General-American
  1. present participle and gerund of engineer

    form-of · gerund · participle · present
Where this word comes from

From engineer + -ing.

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