Machine: meaning, definitions and examples

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machine

 

[ mษ™หˆสƒiหn ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

technology

A machine is a device that uses power to apply forces and control movement to perform an intended action.

Synonyms

apparatus, device, instrument

Examples of usage

  • Machines have revolutionized the way we work.
  • This machine can operate without human intervention.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A person who acts in a mechanical or unemotional manner.

Synonyms

automaton, mechanical person, robot

Examples of usage

  • Don't be such a machine, show some emotion!
  • He's a machine on the basketball court, always focused and determined.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To produce or process mechanically especially with regularity or in a mechanical way.

Synonyms

automate, mechanize, process mechanically

Examples of usage

  • She just machines through her work, never taking a break.
  • The factory machines parts for cars.

Translations

Translations of the word "machine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mรกquina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคถเฅ€เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Maschine

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mesin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐัˆะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ maszyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฉŸๆขฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท machine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกquina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท makine

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๊ณ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุขู„ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stroj

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stroj

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœบๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stroj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรฉl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐัˆะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒฅแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maลŸฤฑn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกquina

Etymology

The word 'machine' originated from the Latin word 'machina', which meant a device or contrivance. The concept of machines has evolved over centuries, from simple tools to complex technological devices. Machines have played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution, transforming the way goods are produced and tasks are performed. Today, machines are integral to various industries and daily life, enhancing efficiency and productivity.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,042, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.