polytechnic
2 synonyms for polytechnic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A college or institute that teaches applied sciences, engineering, and technical skills rather than purely academic subjects.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
engineering school
polytechnic institute
Etymology
From French polytechnique, coined for the École polytechnique founded in Paris in 1794, from Greek polútechnos, "skilled in many arts."
Full origin of polytechnic →Frequently asked questions
What does “polytechnic” mean?
The word “polytechnic” means a college or institute that teaches applied sciences, engineering, and technical skills rather than purely academic subjects. In plain terms, a school focused on practical, technical, and vocational training rather than purely academic study.
How do you use “polytechnic” in a sentence?
Here is “polytechnic” used in a sentence: “He trained as an electrician at the local polytechnic.”
What part of speech is “polytechnic”?
Depending on how it is used, “polytechnic” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “polytechnic” come from?
The word “polytechnic” dates back to around 1794 and comes from French. From French polytechnique, coined for the École polytechnique founded in Paris in 1794, from Greek polútechnos, "skilled in many arts.".
How many meanings does “polytechnic” have?
“Polytechnic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a college or institute that teaches applied sciences, engineering, and technical skills rather than purely academic subjects.
Related words
institute of technology
