English word engineering comes from English landlubber, English engineer
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
---|---|---|
landlubber | English (eng) | (nautical, pejorative) Someone unfamiliar with the sea or seamanship, especially a novice seaman. |
engineer | English (eng) | (Philippines) A title given to an engineer.. (chiefly, American) A person who controls motion of substance (such as a locomotive).. (nautical) A person employed in the engine room of a ship.. A person who is qualified or professionally engaged in any branch of engineering. (transitive) To alter or construct something by means of genetic engineering.. (transitive) To control motion of [...] |
engineering | English (eng) | (uncountable) The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.. Actions controling the motion, shape, and/or substance of any physical object(s).. Designates office area of the professional engineering staff.. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located. |