engineered
ˌɛnʤɪˈnɪrd
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Definition of engineered - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
designTECH.designed and built using engineering principlesTECH.
  • The bridge was engineered to withstand strong winds.
constructed crafted designed
2.
modificationmodified or manipulated for a specific purpose
  • The engineered crops are resistant to pests.
adapted altered modified
3.
biologyTECH.modified or created through genetic engineeringTECH.
  • The engineered crops are resistant to pests.
genetically modified transgenic
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altered at the genetic level using biotechnology
The genetically engineered crops are resistant to pests.

Origin of engineered

Latin, ingenium (skill) + -ed (past participle)

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design
engineered for a specific purpose or function
construction
engineered wood material made from thin layers glued together for strength
coatings
engineered substance for coatings and adhesives
GEacr.
acr: genetically engineered
modified by scientists to have new traits
nutrition
food engineered for specific health benefits
wood product
engineered wood with softwood strips and veneer layers
MDFacr.
carpentry
engineered board from pressed fibers, often used in furniture
OSBacr.
acr: oriented strand board
engineered wood made from strands

Examples of engineered in a sentence

  • These shoes are engineered for comfort.
  • The engineered bacteria can break down oil spills.
  • Engineered materials are used in construction.
  • Engineered animals are used in medical research.

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  1. French:conçu, modifié, ...
  2. German:konstruiert, manipuliert, ...
  3. Italian:ingegnerizzato, modificato, ...
  4. Spanish:diseñado, modificado, ...
  5. Portuguese:projetado, alterado, ...
  6. Chinese:精心设计的, 改造的, ...
  7. Japanese:設計された, 改変された, ...
  8. Arabic:مُهَنْدَس, مُحَوَّر, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְהֻנְדָּס, מְהֻנְדָּס גֶּנֶטִית, ...
  10. Russian:спроектированный, модифицированный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:інженерний, спроектований, ...
  12. Hindi:अभियंत्रित, संशोधित, ...
engineer
ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪr

Definition of engineer - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
technical designperson who designs and builds structures or machines
  • The engineer designed the new bridge.
builder designer
2.
train operationUSperson who operates or drives a trainUS
  • The engineer ensured the train ran smoothly.
conductor
3.
militaryTECH.military member skilled in construction and engineeringTECH.
  • The engineer built fortifications for the army.
combat engineer sapper
4.
event manipulationperson who manipulates events or situations
  • He was the engineer behind the successful campaign.
manipulator schemer strategist

Verb

tr.
1.
technical designdesign and construct machines or structures
  • They engineered the new bridge to withstand earthquakes.
construct design devise
2.
manipulationplan or achieve goals through clever means
  • She engineered the merger between the two companies.
manipulate orchestrate
3.
planningskillfully arrange for something to occur
  • He engineered a meeting between the conflicting parties..
arrange orchestrate
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person who designs systems for clean water and waste removal
The sanitary engineer improved the city's water and waste systems.
manipulate people to gain confidential information
Hackers often social engineer to access secure systems.
person who designs and builds machines
The mechanical engineer designed a new type of engine.
person with highest responsibility for engineering work in an organization or project
The chief engineer approved the final design changes before production began.
professional who maintains and improves software systems
The software engineer updated the system to enhance performance.
person who operates a train
The railroad engineer carefully navigated the train through the mountains.

Origin of engineer

Old French, engin (skill) + -eer (agent)

Examples of engineer in a sentence

  • The engineer presented the blueprint for the machine.
  • The engineer waved as the train passed by.
  • An experienced engineer can handle any train emergency.
  • The engineer designed a new bridge for the troops.
  • An engineer was called to repair the damaged runway.
  • The engineer of the plot was never discovered.

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  1. French:ingénieur, concevoir, ...
  2. German:Ingenieur, konstruieren, ...
  3. Italian:ingegnere, progettare, ...
  4. Spanish:ingeniero, diseñar y construir, ...
  5. Portuguese:engenheiro, projetar e construir, ...
  6. Chinese:工程师, 设计建造, ...
  7. Japanese:エンジニア, 設計施工する, ...
  8. Arabic:مهندس, صَمَّمَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְהַנְדֵּס, לְהַנְדֵּס, ...
  10. Russian:инженер, проектировать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:інженер, проєктувати, ...
  12. Hindi:अभियंता, अभिकल्पित करना, ...
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