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machine meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of machine at MeaningMonkey.org. machine meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.MACHINE noun
Definition of machine (noun)
- any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
- an efficient person
- "the boxer was a magnificent fighting machine"
- an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently
- "the war machine"
- a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point
- synonyms: simple machine
- a group that controls the activities of a political party
- "he was endorsed by the Democratic machine"
- synonyms: political machine
- a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
- "he needs a car to get to work"
- synonyms: auto, automobile, car, motorcar
MACHINE verb
Definition of machine (verb)
- turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery
- make by machinery
- "The Americans were machining while others still hand-made cars"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet