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en·gi·neer

engineer

pronunciation:
en jih nir
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: one who is trained in the use or design of machines or engines, or in other technologies.
My brother is an electrical engineer.
 
definition 2: one who runs an engine or locomotive.
The engineer slowed the train as it neared the station.
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