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Machine

Device designed to perform specific tasks.

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A machine is a mechanical or electrical device designed to perform specific tasks, often by converting energy into motion or processing information.

Pronunciation

/məˈʃiːn/

Etymology

From Old French 'machine,' meaning 'engine, contrivance,' from Latin 'machina' meaning 'device, engine.'

Explain Like I’m 5

A machine is like a toy robot that does jobs for us, such as washing clothes or building cars.

Fun Facts

The word 'machine' comes from the Greek word 'mecanē,' meaning a device for writing
Early machines were often used in ancient Greece to automate tasks like grinding grain
The Antikythera mechanism, discovered in a shipwreck, is considered the oldest known analog computer

FAQ

What is a machine? A device that uses power to perform work
How do machines help us? They automate tasks and increase efficiency
What are some simple machines? Examples include levers, pulleys, and wheels

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

mechanical device automated system

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

tool device

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

engine computer robot

Meronyms — Parts or Components

gears levers circuits

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

factory system

Indexes

artificial functional technological

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