Machine

usgb/məˈʃiːn/
noun

A device with moving parts that uses power to do a job.

The washing machine broke down and we had to call a repairman.
Visual representation of "machine" - A device with moving parts that uses power to do a job.

Often appears as...

  • washing machine
  • machine wash
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Power Source

Most machines require energy, like electricity, to operate effectively.

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Make sure the machine is plugged in to work.
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Moving Parts

Machines typically have components that move, like gears or motors.

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The gears inside the clock machine keep time.
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Purposeful Design

Each machine is designed to perform specific tasks efficiently.

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This machine is for cutting metal precisely.
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