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machinery
noun ma·chin·ery \mə-ˈshē-nə-rē, -ˈshēn-rē\
: machines of a particular kind or machines in general
: the working parts of a machine
: an organization or system by which something is done
plural ma·chin·er·ies
Full Definition of MACHINERY
2
: the means or system by which something is kept in action or a desired result is obtained <the machinery of government>
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First Known Use of MACHINERY
1687
Related to MACHINERY
- Synonyms
- agency, instrument, instrumentality, agent, means, medium, ministry, organ, vehicle
MACHINERY Defined for Kids
machinery
noun ma·chin·ery \mə-ˈshē-nə-rē, -ˈshēn-rē\
Definition of MACHINERY for Kids
1
: a group of devices with moving parts that are used to perform specific jobs
2
: the working parts of a device used to perform a particular job
3
: the people and equipment by which something is done <the machinery of government>
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