enginy
Enginy is a noun used in Catalan and related Romance languages to denote a device, contraption, or engine. Historically, the term encompassed a range of mechanical means designed to perform work, from simple tools to siege engines. In later linguistic development, the sense narrowed in many varieties to refer to a specific machine or mechanical device, while broader notions of cleverness or ingenuity are expressed by related terms rather than enginy itself.
Etymology: Enginy derives from the Latin ingenium through Old French engin, and is cognate with English engine
Usage: In modern Catalan, enginy is largely literary or historical and is less common in everyday technical
Regional context: The term is most closely associated with Catalan-speaking regions, including Catalonia, Valencia, and the