Definition of engineering noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

engineering

noun

/ˌendʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/

/ˌendʒɪˈnɪrɪŋ/

[uncountable]

the activity of applying scientific knowledge to the design, building and control of machines, roads, bridges, electrical equipment, etc.
- The bridge is a triumph of modern engineering.
- an engineering firm/company
- Train services on Sunday will be restricted because of engineering works.
see also language engineering, reverse engineering, social engineering
Extra Examples
- The bridge is a fine piece of engineering.
- The building is a remarkable feat of engineering.
Topics Engineeringb1, Jobsb1, Scientific researchb1
Oxford Collocations Dictionary
adjective
- heavy
- light
- precision
- …
… of engineering
- piece
engineering + noun
- company
- firm
- group
- …
phrases
- a feat of engineering
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(also engineering science)
the study of engineering as a subject
- a degree in engineering
- an engineering student
see also chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, genetic engineering, mechanical engineeringTopics Educationb1