machine
Pronunciation:
/məˈʃin/noun
Definitions
A device that directs and controls energy, often in the form of movement or electricity, to produce a certain effect.
A vehicle operated mechanically, such as an automobile or an airplane.
(abbreviation) An answering machine or, by extension, voice mail.
Example: I called you earlier, but all I got was the machine.
A computer.
Example: Game developers assume they're pushing the limits of the machine.
verb
Definitions
To make by machinery.
To shape or finish by machinery.