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enj-i-NEER/ˌendʒɪˈnɪə/

An engineer designs, builds, or repairs machines, engines, roads, or software: a civil engineer; a software engineer. A mechanic usually repairs vehicles; a technician often handles equipment. Engineering is the field of study. Engine is the machine part — a common mix-up. Chartered engineer is a British professional title.

Meaning

A person who designs, builds, or repairs machines, engines, roads, or bridges.

Examples

• “She works as a software engineer.”
• “She trained as an electrical engineer.”
• “The engineers inspected the bridge after the flood.”

Good to know

civil / software / electrical engineer. Field: engineering. Repairs cars: mechanic. Machine part: engine.

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