engineering

Meanings

• noun

  The application of science, technology, and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes.

  - "Civil engineering involves designing and building roads, bridges, and other infrastructure."
  - "Mechanical engineering deals with the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with engineering
designing , realigning , maligning

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Variants

List of all variants of engineering that leads to same result
engineering , engineerings , engineer , engineered , engineers , biomedical engineer , biomedical engineering , biomedical engineerings , biomedical engineers , chemical engineer , chemical engineering , chemical engineerings , chemical engineers , genetic engineer , genetic engineering , genetic engineerings , genetically engineered , geotechnical engineering , geotechnical engineerings , human engineering , human engineerings , industrial engineer , industrial engineering , industrial engineerings , industrial engineers , knowledge engineer , knowledge engineering , knowledge engineerings , mechanical engineer , mechanical engineering , mechanical engineerings , mechanical engineers

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Etymology

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The word 'engineering' comes from the Latin word 'ingenium', meaning 'cleverness' or 'innate capacity'. It is the application of this innate capacity to create useful things.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'engineer' was in 1325.

2. The largest engineering project in the world is the Great Wall of China.

3. The term 'engineer' comes from the Old French word 'engignier', meaning 'to contrive' or 'to invent'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM): Engineering is one of the fields that falls under STEM education.

2. Innovation: Engineering is a key driver of innovation, leading to new technologies and improvements in various industries.

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Culture

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Engineering has a rich cultural history, with many famous structures and inventions being the result of engineering innovation. It has been celebrated in literature, art, music, and film.

How to Memorize "engineering"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of designing and building a bridge or a building.
   - Imagine the various steps involved in manufacturing a complex machine.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'engineering' with the image of a blueprint or a schematic.
   - Think of engineers as problem solvers and innovators.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'E=mc²' to remember that engineering involves applying mathematical principles to create energy.
   - Think of the phrase 'Engineers make things work' to help remember the definition.

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