"technologies" in the noun sense
1. technology
the application of the knowledge and usage of tools (such as machines or utensils) and techniques to control one's environment
"the mastery of fire was a huge advance in human technology"
2. engineering, engineering science, applied science, technology
the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
"he had trouble deciding which branch of engineering to study"
3. technology
machinery and equipment developed from engineering or other applied sciences
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