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engineer
/ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪər/
[/ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪər/]
technician, builder
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An engineer is a person who designs, builds, or maintains machines, structures, or systems.
Example
The engineer reviewed the bridge's design carefully to make sure it could withstand strong winds.
The engineer reviewed the bridge's design carefully to make sure it could withstand strong winds.
Etymology
From Old French 'engigneor', from Latin 'ingenium' (cleverness, skill).
How & Where It’s Used
Used across many fields: civil, mechanical, electrical, software, and more.