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Definition of engineering works - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun, plural
constructionTECH. UK large built projects designed by engineers such as bridges, dams or canalsTECH. UK
- The new flood defenses are impressive engineering works along the river.
- Ancient Roman aqueducts are remarkable engineering works still studied today.
- The tunnel and viaduct together form one massive engineering works.
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Expressions with engineering
institution teaching engineering and technical subjects
She graduated from a prestigious engineering school.
manipulation of financial figures to create misleading results
The company was accused of financial engineering to hide its debts..
part of an organization that designs or maintains technical systems or products
The engineering department fixed the software bug affecting customer accounts.
person who leads engineers and coordinates their technical projects and work
The engineering manager scheduled a meeting to review the product design.
professional technical work done by engineers for clients or organizations
The company provides engineering services for bridge and tunnel projects.
company that provides planning and design services for technical projects
The engineering firm designed the new bridge for the city council.
branch of engineering designing systems that protect nature and human health
She decided to study environmental engineering at university.
branch of engineering designing safe stable structures that carry forces
She decided to study structural engineering at university.
branch of engineering that designs tools and systems for farming and food
She studied agricultural engineering to design better irrigation systems for dry regions.
branch of engineering focused on planning and building structures and infrastructure
She decided to study construction engineering at university.
branch of engineering dealing with design of circuits devices and electronic systems
She decided to study electronic engineering at university.
professional who gives expert advice on design or technical projects
The company hired an engineering consultant to review the bridge plans.
business sector that designs and makes machines structures and technical equipment
The engineering industry in that region employs thousands of skilled workers.
field of engineering covering broad basic principles across several branches
She decided to study general engineering before choosing a specific specialty.
field that designs and cares for ships, boats, and ocean machines
She decided to study marine engineering after visiting the harbor.
engineering field designing and building machines
Mechanical engineering is crucial in the automotive industry.
branch of technology that plans and manages computer communication systems
She studied network engineering to design secure systems for large companies.
engineering field focused on making very accurate parts and machines
Precision engineering is vital for building reliable scientific instruments.
branch of engineering focused on planning and improving industrial manufacturing processes
She decided to study production engineering at university.
engineering field that plans and improves product or process reliability and performance
He decided to specialize in quality engineering after studying mechanical engineering.
field using engineering ideas to design and build software
Software engineering is important for building reliable programs.
branch of engineering for aircraft design and maintenance
She studied aeronautical engineering at university.
branch of engineering focusing on building construction
She studied architectural engineering at university.
branch of engineering dealing with vehicles
He studied automotive engineering at university.
Expressions with works
all things included or available
She ordered a burger with the works.
everything included or involved
She ordered the whole works for her birthday party.
being planned or developed
The new project is in the works and will launch next year.
spend all available money
They shot the works on their vacation to Europe.
receive all available options or services
I asked for a burger and got the works.
belief in divine intervention beyond human understanding
Many hold the belief that God works in mysterious ways.
cause a process to slow down or stop
The new regulations will gum up the works of the project.
gentle approach is more effective in situations
In negotiations, softly-softly works best to reach an agreement.
unexpected events may have a hidden purpose
Losing the job was tough, but the Lord works in mysterious ways.
cause a problem that stops a plan or process from working
He tried to throw a wrench into the works of the project.
complete set of services or options
The car wash offers the full works for a premium price.
factory where cement is manufactured
The cement works employs hundreds of local workers.
expresses acceptance of any method that achieves the goal
If you want to tape it instead of glue, whatever works.
group of workers discussing work issues
The works committee met to discuss safety concerns.
things made or done by God, like nature or miracles
People admired the works of God in the beautiful landscape.
all the writings or creations by one person in one set
The library has Shakespeare's collected works.
operates using the main electricity supply
It works off the mains, so you don't need batteries.
facility for treating and managing sewage
The city expanded its sewage works to handle more waste.
government initiative creating jobs through public projects
The city launched a works program to improve roads.
unexpected problem that disrupts plans or progress
The delay was a real spanner in the works.
unexpected problem or obstacle that causes trouble
A wrench in the works delayed the project.
projects or plans being prepared or worked on
There are several developments in the works for the new community center.
undergoing preparation or creation now
A new marketing strategy is currently in the works.
cause disruption in a process or plan
The sudden storm threw a wrench in the works.
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- French:ouvrages d'ingénierie, ...
- German:Ingenieurbauwerke, ...
- Italian:opere di ingegneria, ...
- Spanish:obras de ingeniería, ...
- Portuguese:obras de engenharia, ...
- Chinese:工程设施, ...
- Japanese:土木工事, ...
- Arabic:أَعمالٌ هِندَسيَّة, ...
- Hebrew:עֲבוֹדוֹת הַנְדָּסָה, ...
- Russian:инженерные сооружения, ...
- Ukrainian:інженерні споруди, ...
- Hindi:इंजीनियरिंग कार्य, ...
- Bengali:প্রকৌশলকর্ম, ...
- Catalan:obres d'enginyeria, ...
- Czech:inženýrské stavby, ...
- Danish:ingeniørarbejder, ...
- Dutch:civieltechnische werken, ...
- Greek:τεχνικά έργα, ...
- Hungarian:mérnöki létesítmény, ...
- Khmer:សំណង់វិស្វកម្ម, ...
- Korean:토목 공사, ...
- Persian:طرحهای عمرانی, ...
- Polish:obiekty inżynieryjne, ...
- Portuguese (BR):obras de engenharia, ...
- Romanian:lucrări de inginerie, ...
- Swedish:ingenjörsverk, ...
- Thai:งานวิศวกรรม, ...
- Turkish:mühendislik yapıları, ...
- Vietnamese:công trình kỹ thuật, ...
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