engineering

• Nom désignant la branche des sciences et techniques qui concerne la conception, la construction et l'utilisation de moteurs, de machines et d'ouvrages.

A noun referring to the branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures.

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1. Field of studyB1formaltechnical

   The branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures.

   Ingénierie

   • She studied engineering at the university.
   • Engineering requires a strong background in mathematics and physics.
   • He chose civil engineering as his major.

   Synonymesapplied scienceengineering sciencetechnology

2. Professional activityB1formaltechnical

   The work of an engineer, involving the application of scientific principles to practical problems.

   Activité professionnelle de l'ingénieur

   • The engineering team designed a new bridge.
   • Software engineering is a rapidly growing field.
   • The company specializes in mechanical engineering.

   Synonymesapplied sciencetechnology

• Verbe signifiant concevoir, construire ou créer quelque chose en utilisant des principes scientifiques ou techniques, souvent de manière habile ou ingénieuse.

A verb meaning to design, build, or create something using scientific or technical principles, often in a skillful or clever manner.

1. Design or BuildB2formal

   To design, plan, or construct something, especially using scientific or technical principles.

   Concevoir et construire

   • The team engineered a new bridge to withstand earthquakes.
   • She engineered a more efficient engine for the car.
   • They engineered the software to handle millions of users.

   Synonymesbuildconstructcreatedesigndevelopdevisefabricatemanufactureplan

2. Arrange or CauseB2formal

   To skillfully arrange or bring about something, often in a clever or secretive way.

   manigancer, orchestrer

   • He engineered a meeting between the two rivals.
   • The politician engineered a deal to secure the vote.
   • She engineered a surprise party for her friend.

   Synonymesarrangecausecontrivedevisemanagemaneuvermanipulatemastermindorchestrateplotschemestage