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noun

mə-ˈshēn How to pronounce machine (audio)
Definition of machinenext
1
as in engine
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion a machine that washes dishes for you

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2
as in car
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels that Corvette is a machine that any guy would love to own

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machine

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verb

as in to better

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Recent Examples of machine
Noun
These robots will not be the fully general machines often imagined in science fiction. — Artem Sokolov, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 But that reassurance may become harder to sustain as pressure builds on Russia’s war machine, and the Kremlin vows to press ahead with achieving its military objectives in Ukraine, whatever the cost. — Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026
Verb
The tool is made from Grade 5 titanium and is also CNC machined, meaning there are no sharp edges or rough spots on the tool. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 28 May 2026 Although lightweight and robust, the material is notoriously difficult to machine, requiring more work to achieve the angles. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for machine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for machine
  1. engine
  2. car
  3. better
  4. bus
  5. improve
  6. automobile
  7. refine
  8. wheels
Noun
  • This could simplify operations for carriers that operate aircraft with both engine standards.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The new Scat Pack and its turbo-six, which is truly a gem of an engine, deliver a mixed experience at best.
    — Joel Feder, The Drive, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of engine
Noun
  • The cars will start out on the Mediterranean corniches of Southern Europe, but will also spend time driving through the Arctic Circle and the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The film then picks up both narratively and spiritually after Elif decides to hop in her car and hit the road toward parts unknown.
    — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of car
Verb
  • Yet again, nobody on the field bettered the Bosnian’s 13 defensive contributions, the majority of which came down to his nine clearances.
    — Beren Cross, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Parton dedicated her life and career to bettering the world in so many ways, from her Dollywood theme park to her Imagination Library, which has promoted childhood literacy through delivering millions of books to children.
    — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of better
Noun
  • A little over an hour after first responders flocked to the bus crash site, Silverman arrived.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Security forces recovered six trucks, three buses and two cars, along with weapons, ammunition and explosives.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of bus
Verb
  • Computer simulations indicate that one of the geometries studied by the team could improve NMR sensitivity and accuracy by roughly an order of magnitude.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The agreement bucks the utility’s typical process of building, operating and sometimes improving power plants and other infrastructure, such as transmission lines, and then collecting that money from customers in their monthly electricity bills.
    — Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of improve
Noun
  • But like their European counterparts, American incumbents in the automobile and space industries have also stumbled.
    — Andrew McAfee, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Vulcan plans to supply them for robotics, automobiles, semiconductor manufacturing and data center infrastructure.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of automobile
Verb
  • Pantoja said Van has changed since December, highlighting the fight against Taira and noting the champion has refined aspects of his fighting style.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The combination of technology was developed to deliver an exceptionally soft and comfortable ride, while the overall construction was carefully refined to create a premium experience from the moment runners step into the shoe.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of refine
Noun
  • When the road becomes too tight for the eActros, Wagner can leave the motorhome behind and continue on two wheels.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The steering is heavier than something like a 296 but still feels very direct, with good feedback of the road conditions as the front wheels are experiencing them.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of wheels

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“Machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machine. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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