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génie — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • engineering noun The application of science and mathematics to design, build, and maintain machines, structures, and systems.
  • genie noun A supernatural spirit in Arabic and Islamic folklore, often invisible, capable of taking human or animal form.
  • genius noun A person with exceptional intelligence, talent, or creative ability.
  • mind noun The part of a person responsible for thought, awareness, memory, and reasoning.
  • prodigy noun A person, especially a child, with exceptional talent or ability.
  • whiz verb To move fast with a buzzing or hissing sound.

Senses

génie is used for these senses in English:

  • engineering (uncountable) The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
  • genie (Islam) A jinn, a being descended from the jann, normally invisible to the human eye, but who may also appear in animal or human form.
  • genie (mythological creature) A fictional magical being that is typically bound to obey the commands of a mortal possessing its container.
  • mind Somebody that embodies certain mental qualities.
  • prodigy An extremely talented person, especially a child. [from 17th c.]
  • tutelary deity (religion) A deity, usually minor, serving as a tutelary (guardian or supporter) for a place, person, group, or activity.
  • whiz (informal) Someone who is remarkably skilled at something.

genie — full definition

  1. noun A supernatural spirit in Arabic and Islamic folklore, often invisible, capable of taking human or animal form.
  2. noun A magical being in stories who serves whoever controls the container it's bound to, typically granting wishes.

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