engine | (noun) motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work | - |
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(noun) a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks | Synonyms: locomotive, locomotive engine, railway locomotive |
(noun) an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc. | - |
(noun) something used to achieve a purpose | - |
engineer | (noun) a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems | Synonyms: applied scientist, technologist |
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(noun) the operator of a railway locomotive | Synonyms: engine driver, locomotive engineer, railroad engineer |
engineering | (noun) the practical application of technical and scientific knowledge to commerce or industry | - |
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(noun) a room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located | Synonyms: engine room |
(noun) the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems | Synonyms: applied science, engineering science, technology |
enginery | (noun) machinery consisting of engines collectively | - |
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