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machine noun

  /məˈʃiːn/
  • A device that directs and controls energy, often in the form of movement or electricity, to produce a certain effect.
  • (historical) A contrivance in the Ancient Greek theatre for indicating a change of scene, by means of which a god might cross the stage or deliver a divine message; the deus ex machina.
 kone
  • (dated) A vehicle operated mechanically, such as an automobile or an airplane.
 automobiili
  • Especially, the group that controls a political or similar organization; a combination of persons acting together for a common purpose, with the agencies which they use.
 koneisto

machining noun

  • The act or process of machining, of manufacturing or finishing by machine.
 koneistus

machine verb

  /məˈʃiːn/
  • To make by machinery.
 koneistaa, työstää

machination noun

  /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/ , /ˌmæʃɪˈneɪʃən/
  • A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.
  • The act of machinating or plotting.
 masinointi
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