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- DictionaryMa·chine/məˈSHēn/
noun
- 1. an apparatus using or applying mechanical power and having several parts, each with a definite function and together performing a particular task: "a fax machine"
verb
- 1. (especially in manufacturing) make or operate on with a machine: "the cylinder covers are waiting to be machined"
A machine is a physical system that uses power to apply forces and control movement to perform an action. The term is commonly applied to artificial devices, such as those employing engines or motors, but also to natural biological macromolecules, such as molecular machines.
Definitions of machine. noun. any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks. see more. noun. a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point. synonyms: simple machine. see more. noun.
Definition of machine noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
2 days ago · 2. Also called: simple machine. a device for altering the magnitude or direction of a force, esp a lever, screw, wedge, or pulley. 3. a mechanically operated device or means of transport, such as a car, aircraft, etc. 4. any mechanical or electrical device that automatically performs tasks or assists in performing tasks.
Machine definition: an apparatus consisting of interrelated parts with separate functions, used in the performance of some kind of work. See examples of MACHINE used in a sentence.
MACHINE meaning: 1 : a piece of equipment with moving parts that does work when it is given power from electricity, gasoline, etc. often used to refer informally to a specific type of machine; 2 : a vehicle (such as a car or motorcycle)
1. A simple device that applies force or changes the direction of a force in order to perform a task. The lever, pulley, inclined plane, screw, wedge, and the wheel and axle are all simple machines. 2. A device made of simple machines and used to perform a task: a washing machine.
