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machination noun

  /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/ , /ˌmæʃɪˈneɪʃən/
  • A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.
 machination

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.
 machine

machine verb

  /məˈʃiːn/
  • To make by machinery.
 usiner

machining

usinage

machinator

machinateur

🇫🇷 fr en 🇬🇧

machination noun {f}

  /ma.ʃi.na.sjɔ̃/
machination, frameup
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