engineers
en-gi-neers · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
People who design, build, or maintain engines, machines, structures, or public works.
- 2.
People who operate engines, especially on trains or ships.
- 3.
(Third person singular verb) Designs, builds, or brings about through skillful planning.
Phrases & expressions
- •corps of engineers — military unit responsible for construction
- •sound engineers — professionals who manage audio equipment
Related words
Etymology
Plural of "engineer," from Old French engigneor, from Latin ingenium ("cleverness, innate quality").