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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.]
  • A person or group of people which influence a larger group; a driving force. [from 16th c.]
 moteur

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.
 ingénieur, ingénieure
conducteur de train, machiniste

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.
 ingénierie, génie
  • Designates office area of the professional engineering staff.
 ingénierie
  • The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.
 salle des machines
search engine
moteur de recherche
diesel engine
moteur Diesel
four-stroke engine
moteur à quatre temps, cycle à quatre temps
steam engine
machine à vapeur
two-stroke engine
moteur à deux temps
jet engine
moteur à réaction
internal combustion engine
moteur à combustion interne, moteur à explosion
engine trouble
panne
Wankel engine
moteur Wankel
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