terotechnology
/ (ˌtɪərəʊtɛkˈnɒlədʒɪ, ˌtɛr-) /
noun
a branch of technology that utilizes management, financial, and engineering expertise in the installation and efficient operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery
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a person who acts as though he or she knows everything and who dismisses the opinions, comments, or suggestions of others.
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C20: from Greek tērein to care for + technology
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