engenho — meaning in English

English meaning

• factory noun A building where goods are manufactured, usually on a large scale using machinery.
• gift noun Something given to someone freely, without payment expected in return.

Senses

engenho is used for these senses in English:

• factory A building or other place where manufacturing takes place. [from 17th c.]
• gift A talent or natural ability.

factory — full definition

1. noun A building where goods are manufactured, usually on a large scale using machinery.
2. adj In the original condition as supplied by the manufacturer; not modified.

gift — full definition

1. noun Something given to someone freely, without payment expected in return.
2. noun A natural talent or ability.
3. verb To give something as a gift.

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