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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. engineering
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. engineering

Preferred term

engineering

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information The application of physical, mechanical, and mathematical principles for practical purposes, such as the design, manufacture and operation of machinery.

    Source: NAL Thesaurus Staff

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/1000

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