enginery

[ en-juhn-ree ]

noun

, plural en·gine·ries.

1. engines collectively; machinery.
2. engines of war collectively.
3. skillful or artful contrivance.

enginery

/ ˈɛndʒɪnrɪ /

noun

1. a collection or assembly of engines; machinery
2. engines employed in warfare
3. rare.
   skilful manoeuvring or contrivance

Word History and Origins

Origin of enginery¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; engine + -ry

Example Sentences

Still, the influence of Roland and his wife was feared by those who were directing the terrible enginery of lawless violence.

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The application of the principles of the science of management is only a fraction of the total enginery at our disposal.

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He speaks as if he were at the head of irresistible legions and equipped with all the enginery of war.

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With a large army, thoroughly drilled, and equipped with all the enginery of war, the sultan commenced his campaign.

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Within the pamphlet was contained the whole tremendous enginery of demolition.

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