Definitions for machines
ma·chines

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1. machines

   A machine is a physical system using power to apply forces and control movement to perform an action. The term is commonly applied to artificial devices, such as those employing engines or motors, but also to natural biological macromolecules, such as molecular machines. Machines can be driven by animals and people, by natural forces such as wind and water, and by chemical, thermal, or electrical power, and include a system of mechanisms that shape the actuator input to achieve a specific application of output forces and movement. They can also include computers and sensors that monitor performance and plan movement, often called mechanical systems. Renaissance natural philosophers identified six simple machines which were the elementary devices that put a load into motion, and calculated the ratio of output force to input force, known today as mechanical advantage.Modern machines are complex systems that consist of structural elements, mechanisms and control components and include interfaces for convenient use. Examples include: a wide range of vehicles, such as trains, automobiles, boats and airplanes; appliances in the home and office, including computers, building air handling and water handling systems; as well as farm machinery, machine tools and factory automation systems and robots.

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1. Machines

   "Machines" is a song by Scottish band Biffy Clyro, from their 2007 album, Puzzle. It was due to be released as the fourth physical single from Puzzle on 1 October 2007 but was pushed back 1 week and released on the 8th October 2007. The "Alternate Mix" was released on iTunes on September 30, 1 day earlier than expected. The "Rock Version" can only be bought at Recordstore.co.uk and also has alternate lyrics to the album version.

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1. machinesnoun

   Plural noun of the word machine.

   The machines in the local factory were set to produce with operators at specific times according to the production line procedures.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on September 12, 2016  

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'machines' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2201

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'machines' in Written Corpus Frequency: #2207

How to pronounce machines?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

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   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

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   Hayley

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   Natasha

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   Veena

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   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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How to say machines in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of machines in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of machines in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of machines in a Sentence

1. Steve Stepanek:

   I think Donald Trump in his success and Donald Trump in his success popularity is an example that people are sick and tired of the political machines in both parties.

2. The Pope:

   Those who lose their inner serenity, their vivacity and audacity, to hide behind their papers, becoming like procedural machines rather than men of God. This is dangerous to lose human sensitivity, so necessary in order to cry with those who cry and enjoy with those who enjoy.

3. Victor Gura:

   I was very frustrated -- I still am -- because for decades, we've been doing dialysis with big machines that prolong the life of the patient a little bit ... and in addition, they have a lousy quality of life.

4. Tom Carter:

   We have everything from consumer electronics companies making things like speakers, radios, alarm clocks, through home appliance companies making cooker hoods, washing machines, to virtual reality in gaming companies. And we were very surprised at how keen the automotive industry is to work with us, i'd like to believe that the first product featuring our technology will be on the shelves in a year, that's our aim.

5. Henrik Ibsen:

   I'm afraid for all those who'll have the bread snatched from their mouths by these machines. What business has science and capitalism got, bringing all these new inventions into the works, before society has produced a generation educated up to using them!

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