engineers

word · lemma: engineer

/ˈɛndʒəˈnɪɹz/
en-juh-NEERZ
/ˌɛndʒɪnˈiəz/
en-ji-NEE-uhz

Definition

People who design, build, or maintain machines, structures, or systems using scientific and technical knowledge.

Usage & Nuances

"Engineers" is a plural noun used for any professionals in engineering fields, such as civil, mechanical, software, or electrical. Common collocations: 'software engineers', 'team of engineers'. Not to be confused with 'conductors' or 'mechanics', which are different jobs.

Example Sentences

My parents are both engineers.

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The engineers fixed the bridge.

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Many engineers work in big cities.

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Our company is hiring new engineers for the software team.

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It took a team of engineers months to design that bridge.

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When something breaks at work, the engineers usually know how to fix it.

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