reverse engineering

noun — 2 senses

reverse engineering

noun
1

The process of analyzing the construction and operation of a product in order to manufacture a similar one.

2

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences Such analysis of an executable or other system in order to recreate its workings.

Synonyms
back engineering
Related terms
reverse-engineer

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