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engineering

/ˌɛn.d͡ʒɪˈnɪ(ə)ɹ.ɪŋ/ noun B1
  1. The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology. (uncountable)
  2. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located. (uncountable)
  3. Actions controling the motion, shape, or substance of any physical object(s). (uncountable)
  4. Designates the office area of the professional engineering staff. (uncountable)

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My parents want me to study engineering at the state university.
Choosing a Major, p. 1 · B1
Engineering is interesting, but I am not very good at advanced math.
Choosing a Major, p. 1 · B1
Today marks exactly two months since I left Cairo for my new software engineering job in Dublin.
A New Chapter in Dublin, p. 1 · B2
This impressive engineering project successfully connected the eastern and western halves of the country.
The Railroad Across America, p. 1 · B2

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