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engineer meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of engineer at MeaningMonkey.org. engineer meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.ENGINEER noun
Definition of engineer (noun)
- a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems
- synonyms: applied scientist, technologist
- the operator of a railway locomotive
- synonyms: engine driver, locomotive engineer, railroad engineer
ENGINEER verb
Definition of engineer (verb)
- design as an engineer
- "He engineered the water supply project"
- plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
- "he masterminded the robbery"
- synonyms: direct, mastermind, orchestrate, organise, organize
Source: Princeton University Wordnet