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Noun (6 meanings)
1. any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks.
machine is a type of:
- device (noun) - an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
types of machine:
- Zamboni (noun) - the trademark for a machine that smooths the ice in an ice-skating rink
- assembly (noun) - a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit
- bagger (noun) - a machine for putting objects or substances into bags
- calculator, calculating machine (noun) - a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
- calender (noun) - a machine that smooths or glazes paper or cloth by pressing it between plates or passing it through rollers
- cash machine, cash dispenser, automated teller machine, automatic teller machine, automated teller, automatic teller, ATM (noun) - an unattended machine (outside some banks) that dispenses money when a personal coded card is used
- comber (noun) - a machine that separates and straightens the fibers of cotton or wool
- computer, computing machine, computing device, data processor, electronic computer, information processing system (noun) - a machine for performing calculations automatically
- concrete mixer, cement mixer (noun) - a machine with a large revolving drum in which cement is mixed with other materials to make concrete
- corker (noun) - a machine that is used to put corks in bottles
- cotton gin, gin (noun) - a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers
- decoder (noun) - a machine that converts a coded text into ordinary language
- farm machine (noun) - a machine used in farming
- franking machine (noun) - a machine that automatically stamps letters or packages passing through it and computes the total charge
- hop-picker, hopper (noun) - a machine used for picking hops
- machine tool (noun) - a powered machine for cutting or shaping or finishing metals or other materials
- machinery (noun) - machines or machine systems collectively
- milking machine (noun) - machine consisting of a suction apparatus for milking cows mechanically
- motor (noun) - machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
- pavior, paviour, paving machine (noun) - a machine for laying pavement
- perpetual motion machine (noun) - a machine that can continue to do work indefinitely without drawing energy from some external source
- pile driver (noun) - a machine that drives piling into the ground
- power shovel, excavator, digger, shovel (noun) - a machine for excavating
- power tool (noun) - a tool driven by a motor
- press, mechanical press (noun) - any machine that exerts pressure to form or shape or cut materials or extract liquids or compress solids
- press, printing press (noun) - a machine used for printing
- printer, printing machine (noun) - a machine that prints
- record player, phonograph (noun) - machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically
- riveting machine, riveter, rivetter (noun) - a machine for driving rivets
- self-feeder, feeder (noun) - a machine that automatically provides a supply of some material
- simulator (noun) - a machine that simulates an environment for the purpose of training or research
- slicer (noun) - a machine for cutting
- slot machine, coin machine (noun) - a machine that is operated by the insertion of a coin in a slot
- snow thrower, snow blower (noun) - a machine that removes snow by scooping it up and throwing it forcefully through a chute
- sorter (noun) - a machine for sorting things (such as punched cards or letters) into classes
- stamp, pestle (noun) - machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores
- staple gun, staplegun, tacker (noun) - a hand-held machine for driving staples home
- stapler, stapling machine (noun) - a machine that inserts staples into sheets of paper in order to fasten them together
- textile machine (noun) - a machine for making textiles
- time machine (noun) - a science fiction machine that is supposed to transport people or objects into the past or the future
- trimmer (noun) - a machine that trims timber
- workhorse (noun) - machine that performs dependably under heavy use
machine is derivationally related to:
- to machine (verb) - make by machinery
- to machine (verb) - turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery
- machinist, mechanic, shop mechanic (noun) - a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools
2. an efficient person.
Example:
- “the boxer was a magnificent fighting machine”
machine is a type of:
types of machine:
- cyborg, bionic man, bionic woman (noun) - a human being whose body has been taken over in whole or in part by electromechanical devices
3. an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently.
Example:
- “the war machine”
machine is a type of:
- organization, organisation (noun) - a group of people who work together
4. a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point.
machine is a type of:
- mechanical device (noun) - mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles
types of machine:
- inclined plane (noun) - a simple machine for elevating objects
- lever (noun) - a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
- pulley, pulley-block, pulley block, block (noun) - a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope
- wheel (noun) - a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
5. a group that controls the activities of a political party.
Example:
- “he was endorsed by the Democratic machine”
machine is a type of:
- organization, organisation (noun) - a group of people who work together
6. a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine.
car, auto, automobile, machine, motorcar
Example:
- “he needs a car to get to work”
machine is a type of:
- motor vehicle, automotive vehicle (noun) - a self-propelled wheeled vehicle that does not run on rails
types of machine:
- Model T (noun) - the first widely available automobile powered by a gasoline engine
- Stanley Steamer (noun) - a steam-powered automobile
- ambulance (noun) - a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals
- beach wagon, station wagon, wagon, estate car, beach waggon, station waggon, waggon (noun) - a car that has a long body and rear door with space behind rear seat
- bus, jalopy, heap (noun) - a car that is old and unreliable
- cab, hack, taxi, taxicab (noun) - a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money
- compact, compact car (noun) - a small and economical car
- convertible (noun) - a car that has top that can be folded or removed
- coupe (noun) - a car with two doors and front seats and a luggage compartment
- cruiser, police cruiser, patrol car, police car, prowl car, squad car (noun) - a car in which policemen cruise the streets
- electric, electric automobile, electric car (noun) - a car that is powered by electricity
- gas guzzler (noun) - a car with relatively low fuel efficiency
- hardtop (noun) - a car that resembles a convertible but has a fixed rigid top
- hatchback (noun) - a car having a hatchback door
- horseless carriage (noun) - an early term for an automobile
- hot rod, hot-rod (noun) - a car modified to increase its speed and acceleration
- jeep, landrover (noun) - a car suitable for traveling over rough terrain
- limousine, limo (noun) - large luxurious car
- loaner (noun) - a car that is lent as a replacement for one that is under repair
- minicar (noun) - a car that is even smaller than a subcompact car
- minivan (noun) - a small box-shaped passenger van
- pace car (noun) - a high-performance car that leads a parade of competing cars through the pace lap and then pulls off the course
- racer, race car, racing car (noun) - a fast car that competes in races
- roadster, runabout, two-seater (noun) - an open automobile having a front seat and a rumble seat
- sedan, saloon (noun) - a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors
- sport utility, sport utility vehicle, S.U.V., SUV (noun) - a high-performance four-wheel drive car built on a truck chassis
- sports car, sport car (noun) - a small low car with a high-powered engine
- stock car (noun) - a car kept in dealers' stock for regular sales
- subcompact, subcompact car (noun) - a car smaller than a compact car
- touring car, phaeton, tourer (noun) - large open car seating four with folding top
- used-car, secondhand car (noun) - a car that has been previously owned
parts of machine:
- accelerator, accelerator pedal, gas pedal, gas, throttle, gun (noun) - a pedal that controls the throttle valve
- air bag (noun) - a safety restraint in an automobile
- auto accessory (noun) - an accessory for an automobile
- automobile engine (noun) - the engine that propels an automobile
- automobile horn, car horn, motor horn, horn, hooter (noun) - a device on an automobile for making a warning noise
- buffer, fender (noun) - a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact
- bumper (noun) - a mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage
- car door (noun) - the door of a car
- car mirror (noun) - a mirror that the driver of a car can use
- car seat (noun) - a seat in a car
- car window (noun) - a window in a car
- fender, wing (noun) - a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud
- first gear, first, low gear, low (noun) - the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle
- floorboard (noun) - the floor of an automobile
- gasoline engine, petrol engine (noun) - an internal-combustion engine that burns gasoline
- glove compartment (noun) - compartment on the dashboard of a car
- grille, radiator grille (noun) - grating that admits cooling air to car's radiator
- high gear, high (noun) - a forward gear with a gear ratio that gives the greatest vehicle velocity for a given engine speed
- hood, bonnet, cowl, cowling (noun) - protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine
- luggage compartment, automobile trunk, trunk (noun) - compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools
- rear window (noun) - car window that allows vision out of the back of the car
- reverse, reverse gear (noun) - the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
- roof (noun) - protective covering on top of a motor vehicle
- running board (noun) - a narrow footboard serving as a step beneath the doors of some old cars
- stabilizer bar, anti-sway bar (noun) - a rigid metal bar between the front suspensions and between the rear suspensions of cars and trucks
- sunroof, sunshine-roof (noun) - an automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel
- tail fin, tailfin, fin (noun) - one of a pair of decorations projecting above the rear fenders of an automobile
- third gear, third (noun) - the third from the lowest forward ratio gear in the gear box of a motor vehicle
- window (noun) - a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back
machine is derivationally related to:
- to automobile (verb) - travel in an automobile
- machinist, mechanic, shop mechanic (noun) - a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools
- motorist, automobilist (noun) - someone who drives (or travels in) an automobile
Member of this domain - TOPIC:
- alternator (noun) - an old term for an electric generator that produces alternating current (especially in automobiles)
- backseat (noun) - a seat at the back of a vehicle (especially the seat at the back of an automobile)
- chattel, personal chattel, movable (noun) - personal as opposed to real property
- grip, traction, adhesive friction (noun) - the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)
- hopped-up (adjective) - (of an automobile) having the engine modified to give extra power
- passenger, rider (noun) - a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
- to prang (verb) - crash
- rental, renting (noun) - the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car)
- road map (noun) - a map showing roads (for automobile travel)
- showroom, salesroom, saleroom (noun) - an area where merchandise (such as cars) can be displayed
- spark lever (noun) - (on early automobiles) a lever mounted on the steering column and used to adjust the timing of the ignition
- tunnel (noun) - a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars)
Verb (2 meanings)
1. turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery.
to machine
to machine is a way to:
to machine is derivationally related to:
- machine (noun) - any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
- machinist, mechanic, shop mechanic (noun) - a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools
2. make by machinery.
to machine
Example:
- “The Americans were machining while others still hand-made cars”
to machine is a way to:
to machine is derivationally related to:
- machine (noun) - any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
- machinery (noun) - machines or machine systems collectively
- machinist, mechanic, shop mechanic (noun) - a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools