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noun
- 1. machines collectively: "farm machinery" Similar
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MACHINERY definition: 1. a group of large machines or the parts of a machine that make it work: 2. the structure and…. Learn more.
The meaning of MACHINERY is machines in general or as a functioning unit. How to use machinery in a sentence.
Machinery definition: an assemblage of machines or mechanical apparatuses. See examples of MACHINERY used in a sentence.
Definition of machinery noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
4 meanings: 1. machines, machine parts, or machine systems collectively 2. a particular machine system or set of machines 3. a.... Click for more definitions.
Machinery refers to specific machines or machines in general. A farmer has lots of farm machinery, like tractors and plows. Machinery is also the inner workings of something — the machinery of a society is how a society works.
1. Machines or machine parts considered as a group. 2. The working parts of a particular machine. 3. A system of related elements that operate in a definable manner: diplomatic and political machinery. 4. a. A device or means of achieving or effecting a result. b. A literary device for bringing about an effect, such as a happy ending.
machinery meaning, definition, what is machinery: machines, especially large ones: Learn more.
Any combination of things or persons by which something is kept in action or a desired result is obtained. The machinery of government. Webster's New World. A system of related elements that operate in a definable manner. Diplomatic and political machinery.
1. : machines of a particular kind or machines in general. Some of the mill's machinery was damaged in the fire. a piece of farm machinery. 2. : the working parts of a machine. Something was clogging the machinery. 3. : an organization or system by which something is done.
