machine
noun
/məˈʃin/
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/məˈʃiːn/
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- (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.
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maszyna
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- A device that directs and controls energy, often in the form of movement or electricity, to produce a certain effect.
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maszyna,
urządzenie,
ustrojstwo
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machination
noun
/ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/
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/ˌmæʃɪˈneɪʃən/
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- A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.
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machinacja
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