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DRE

n. countable
C1 Advanced dre

n. a drawing that shows how a machine or building works. Engineers use these plans to build things.

n. a technical drawing that details the structure, dimensions, and assembly of a mechanical or architectural design.


SIMPLE

The engineer checked the DRE for errors.

CONTEXTUAL

She updated the DRE to show the new pipe layout.

COMPLEX

The detailed DRE allowed the construction team to identify potential conflicts before breaking ground.

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