engin — meaning in English
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English meaning
- contraption noun A machine or device that looks complicated, unusual, or unreliable.
- tool noun A physical device used to carry out a task, especially one held in the hand.
Senses
engin is used for these senses in English:
- contraption A machine that is complicated and precarious.
- tool (vulgar, informal) A penis, notably with a sexual or erotic connotation.
tool — full definition
- noun A physical device used to carry out a task, especially one held in the hand.
- noun A piece of software, or any means or method used to accomplish something.
- noun Informal, derogatory: an obnoxious, foolish, or easily-used person.
- verb To equip or fit out with tools, especially machinery for production.