technologist

tech·nol·o·gy

noun \-jē\

plural tech·nol·o·gies

Definition of TECHNOLOGY

1

a : the practical application of knowledge especially in a particular area : engineering 2 <medical technology> b : a capability given by the practical application of knowledge <a car's fuel-saving technology>

2

: a manner of accomplishing a task especially using technical processes, methods, or knowledge <new technologies for information storage>

3

: the specialized aspects of a particular field of endeavor <educational technology>

— tech·nol·o·gist\-jist\ noun

Examples of TECHNOLOGY

1. Recent advances in medical technology have saved countless lives.
2. The company is on the cutting edge of technology.
3. The government is developing innovative technologies to improve the safety of its soldiers.
4. How can we apply this new technology to our everyday lives?
5. The car has the latest in fuel-saving technology.

Origin of TECHNOLOGY

Greek technologia systematic treatment of an art, from technē art, skill + -o- + -logia -logy

First Known Use: 1859

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