Definitions of machination [ˌmæk əˈneɪ ʃən, ˈmæʃ ə-]

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Definition of 'machination'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) machination
Usu., machinations. a crafty scheme or maneuver; an intrigue.

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1. (noun) intrigue, machination
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

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Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) machination
the act of machinating

2. (noun) machination
that which is devised; a device; a hostile or treacherous scheme; an artful design or plot

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