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English > 2 senses of the expression chemical engineering:
NOUNcognitionchemical engineeringthe branch of engineering that is concerned with the design and construction and operation of the plants and machinery used in industrial chemical processes
actchemical engineeringthe activity of applying chemistry to the solution of practical problems
English > chemical engineering: 2 senses > noun 1, cognition
MeaningThe branch of engineering that is concerned with the design and construction and operation of the plants and machinery used in industrial chemical processes.
Broaderengineering, engineering science, applied science, technologyThe discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
English > chemical engineering: 2 senses > noun 2, act
MeaningThe activity of applying chemistry to the solution of practical problems.
Broadertechnology, engineeringThe practical application of science to commerce or industry