Engineer
/ˌɛnʤəˈnɪər/
Definitions
- (n.) A professional qualified to design, build, or maintain structures, machines, or systems.
The engineer designed the new bridge to withstand earthquakes.
- (v.) To design or construct something using scientific principles.
They engineered a solution to reduce energy consumption.
Forms
- engineering
- engineere
- engineers
- engineered
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Commentary
When drafting legal documents, distinguish clearly between the noun (the professional) and the verb (the act of designing or building).
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