Meaning Of The Word Machine

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What's The Definition Of Machine?

machine
A machine is a piece of equipment which uses electricity or an engine in order to do a particular kind of work.
If you machine something, you make it or work on it using a machine.

machine in American English
a structure or built-up fabric of any kind
noun: an apparatus consisting of interrelated parts with separate functions, used in the performance of some kind of work
transitive verb: to make, prepare, or finish with a machine or with machine tools

machine in British English
noun: an assembly of interconnected components arranged to transmit or modify force in order to perform useful work
verb: to shape, cut, or remove (excess material) from (a workpiece) using a machine tool

machine in Mechanical Engineering
verb: If you machine a workpiece, you shape it, cut it, or remove material from it using a machine tool.

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