machines 1 of 2

noun

Definition of machinesnext
plural of machine
1
as in engines
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion a machine that washes dishes for you

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as in busses
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels that Corvette is a machine that any guy would love to own

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machines

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verb

present tense third-person singular of machine
as in rounds (off or out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
  1. engines
  2. cars
  3. improves
  4. enhances
  5. performs
Noun
  • Recommendation Engines Insurance providers utilize AI recommendation engines to predict customer preferences and offer personalized services.
    Babu Sivadasan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Overcoming challenges in hypersonic flight A key challenge in achieving hypersonic flight is creating engines that can maintain continuous thrust at extreme speeds.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of engines
Noun
  • The train cars will be helping develop a commuter rail service that spans 25 miles between the main rail station in Central Lima and the town of Chosica.
    Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
  • Common transportation methods around Lima are cars, trains and private buses.
    Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
Definition of cars
Verb
  • This not only helps leaders but also improves morale and inclusion.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Columbus improves their roster (Smith and Koop are both near the bottom of the MLP player standings this year, but Smith is ranked 5th in Women’s doubles on the PPA versus Koop’s 20th), but to what end?
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of improves
Verb
  • According to Kepler, with two degrees of freedom for head movement and 52 across the body, the K2 enhances sensory perception and hand-eye coordination.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Additionally, most of the fabrics are made with Spanish cotton, which further enhances sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint of transportation, as Evlox’s factory is located less than 700 km from the cotton producer.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of enhances
Verb
  • Carlile always performs multiple sets at the festival.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Cyrus says the phono stage performs at a level way above its class, featuring low background noise and high dynamic range, providing the perfect interface for a high-quality vinyl turntable.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of performs
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