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engine noun

  /ˈend͡ʒɘn/ , /ˈend͡ʒən/ , /ˈend͡ʒɪn/ , /ˈɛnd͡ʒən/ , /ˈɛnd͡ʒɪn/ , /ˈɪnd͡ʒɪn/
  • A complex mechanical device which converts energy into useful motion or physical effects. [from 16th c.]
  • (computing) A software or hardware system responsible for a specific technical task (usually with qualifying word). [from 20th c.]
moottori

engineer noun

  /ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə/ , /ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ/
  • Originally, a person engaged in designing, constructing, or maintaining engines or machinery; now (more generally) , a person qualified or professionally engaged in any branch of engineering, or studying to do so.
insinööri
veturinkuljettaja

engineering noun

  /ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/ , /ˌɛn.d͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ.ɪŋ/
  • (uncountable) The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
tekniikka, insinööritaito, insinöörityö
  • Designates office area of the professional engineering staff.
tekniikka, tekniikan ala
  • The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.
konehuone

engineer verb

  /ˌɛn(d)ʒɪˈnɪə/ , /ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ/
  • To plan or achieve (a goal) by contrivance or guile; to finagle, to wangle.
junailla, juonia, suunnitella
  • (rare) To work as an engineer.
suunnitella, toteuttaa
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