Engineering Design

noun a figure formed by two rays or lines that meet at a point

verb to move or bend in a particular direction or at a particular angle

• The architect carefully calculated the angle of the building's roof to ensure proper drainage.
• Can you adjust the angle of the camera so we can get a better view?
• I totally aced that math test, I had all the angles covered.
• She always approaches situations from a different angle, which is why she's so successful.

noun a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

• The automobile industry is constantly evolving with new technology and innovations.
• I need to take my automobile to the mechanic for a tune-up.
• Check out that sweet ride, it's a real head-turner!
• Her mind was like a well-oiled automobile, smoothly navigating through complex problems.

noun a decayed part of a tooth

• The dentist found a cavity during the routine check-up.
• I need to schedule a dentist appointment because I think I have a cavity.
• I can't eat anything sweet because my cavity is killing me.
• There was a cavity in the wall where the painting used to hang, leaving a noticeable gap in the room's decor.

noun a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight for some or all of its length

verb to bend or follow a curved path

• The mathematician plotted the curve on the graph to analyze its shape.
• I love driving on roads with lots of curves, it's so much fun!
• That skateboarder totally nailed the curve on that ramp!
• Life is full of unexpected curves, we just have to learn how to navigate them.

adjective having limits or bounds; not infinite; measurable

• The resources available for this project are finite and must be managed carefully.
• We only have a finite amount of time to finish this assignment, so let's get started.
• My patience is finite, so don't push me too far.
• His love for her seemed infinite, but in reality, it was finite like everything else.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• Given the current economic climate, it is important for businesses to adapt and innovate.
• Hey, given that it's raining outside, we should probably bring an umbrella.
• Dude, given how late we are, we better hurry up!
• Given the circumstances, she decided to take a different approach to the problem.

noun a draft or sketch

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• The indraft of the new policy was met with mixed reactions from the stakeholders.
• I heard there's an indraft of new rules coming soon.
• The indraft of the project proposal got everyone excited.
• The indraft of creativity flowed effortlessly from the artist's mind.

verb Verbs express action or state of being. 'Intended' is the past tense of the verb 'intend', which means to have a specific purpose or goal in mind.

adjective Adjectives describe or modify a noun or pronoun. 'Intended' describes a noun or pronoun by indicating a planned or desired outcome.

• The architect explained the intended design of the new building to the city council.
• I don't think that was the intended outcome of his actions.
• She completely misunderstood the intended message of his text.
• The author's use of symbolism in the story was intended to convey a deeper meaning.

noun a term used in biology to refer to a structure that divides or separates parts of an organism

• The interseptum is a structure that separates the two ventricles of the heart.
• I learned about the interseptum in my biology class.
• I never knew the heart had an interseptum!
• Just like the interseptum divides the heart, some barriers in life can separate people.

adjective excessively mechanical or formal in approach; lacking vitality or creativity

• The study aimed to investigate the mechanistic pathways involved in cell division.
• I'm trying to understand the mechanistic process behind how this machine works.
• I have no idea about the mechanistic stuff going on in this experiment.
• The mechanistic nature of bureaucracy can often slow down progress.

noun A circuit in which the interconnecting conductors and some of the circuit components have been printed, etched, or screened onto a dielectric material.

• The engineers designed the electronic device with a printed circuit board.
• I need to replace the printed circuit in my computer.
• My friend helped me fix the gizmo by swapping out the printed circuit.
• The printed circuit of our teamwork is what keeps this project running smoothly.

verb to assemble or create by joining or combining different parts or elements

adverb used to describe the action of putting together

• The team worked diligently to put together a comprehensive report for the board meeting.
• We should put together a plan before starting the project.
• Let's put together a killer playlist for the party tonight.
• She was able to put together the pieces of the puzzle and solve the mystery.

noun the length of this line

• The radius of the circle is calculated by measuring the distance from the center to any point on the circumference.
• You can find the radius by measuring from the middle to the edge of the circle.
• The radius is just the distance from the center to the outside.
• In life, our comfort zone can be like a radius limiting our experiences.

noun a traffic signal that uses red, yellow, and green lights to control the flow of traffic

• The stop light at the intersection turned red, signaling us to halt.
• Hey, don't run the stop light, it's dangerous!
• I hate getting stuck at a bunch of stop lights during rush hour.
• Her smile was like a stop light, always brightening up my day.

adverb in a systematic manner; methodically

• The researchers systematically analyzed the data to identify any patterns or trends.
• She systematically organized her closet by color and season.
• He's been systematically ghosting all his exes, one by one.
• By systematically removing negative influences from her life, she was able to find true happiness.

noun Printer is a noun that refers to a device that produces text or images on paper.

adjective 3-D is an adjective that describes something as being in three dimensions.

• The company invested in a state-of-the-art 3-D printer for rapid prototyping.
• I heard John got a 3-D printer to make cool stuff at home.
• I'm thinking of getting my hands on a 3-D printer to up my DIY game.
• Her mind worked like a 3-D printer, creating intricate designs with precision and speed.

verb to fortify or protect with an abatis, which is a defensive obstacle formed by felled trees with sharpened branches facing the enemy

• The fort was abatised with sharp stakes to deter any potential intruders.
• The property was abatised to keep out unwanted visitors.
• We abatised the area to make sure no one could sneak in.
• She abatised her emotions, keeping them hidden from others.

noun a surname that may refer to a person's last name or a specific individual with that name

• The Abrams tank is known for its durability and firepower on the battlefield.
• Hey, did you see that new Abrams tank in action? It's pretty impressive.
• The Abrams is one bad-ass tank, no doubt about it.
• His mind was like an Abrams tank, impenetrable to any distractions.

adjective relating to or characteristic of the Greek mathematician Diophantus of Alexandria, known for his work on algebraic equations

• The acleidian geometry is a branch of geometry that does not include the parallel postulate.
• I'm struggling to understand acleidian geometry in my math class.
• Acleidian stuff is so confusing, I can't wrap my head around it.
• Her mind works in an acleidian way, always finding unique solutions to problems.