#machine any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
supertype: device an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water"
subtype: assembly.machine a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit
subtype: sub-assembly__subassembly a unit assembled separately but designed to fit with other units in a manufactured product
subtype: weldment an assembly of parts welded together
subtype: bagger a machine for putting objects or substances into bags
subtype: calculating_machine__calculatingmachine__calculator a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
subtype: abacus a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves
subtype: adder a machine that adds
subtype: adding_machine__totalizer__totaliser a calculator that performs simple arithmetic functions
subtype: tabulator__counter a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens
subtype: pulse_counter__pulsecounter an electronic counter that counts the number of electric pulses
subtype: scaler an electronic pulse counter used to count pulses that occur too rapidly to be recorded individually
subtype: hand_calculator__pocket_calculator a calculator small enough to hold in the hand or carry in a pocket
subtype: Napier's_bones__Napier's_rods a set of graduated rods formerly used to do multiplication and division by a method invented by John Napier
subtype: quipu calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records
subtype: subtracter a machine that subtracts
subtype: calender a machine that smoothes or glazes paper or cloth by pressing it between plates or passing it through rollers
subtype: cash_machine__cash_dispenser__automated_teller_machine__automatic_teller_machine__automated_teller__automatedteller__automatic_teller__automaticteller__ATM an unattended machine (outside some banks) that dispenses money when a personal coded card is used
subtype: electronic_computer__computer__computing_machine__computingmachine__computing_device__computingdevice__data_processor__information_processing_system a machine for performing calculations automatically
subtype: analog_computer__analogue_computer a computer that represents information by variable quantities (e.g., positions or voltages)
subtype: differential_analyzer an analog computer designed to solve differential equations
subtype: slide_rule__sliderule__slipstick analog computer consisting of a handheld instrument used for rapid calculations; have been replaced by pocket calculators
subtype: digital_computer__digitalcomputer a computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits
subtype: bulletin_board_system__bulletin_board__electronic_bulletin_board__bbs__bb (computer science) a computer that is running software that allows users to leave messages and access information of general interest
subtype: file_server (computer science) a digital computer that provides workstations on a network with controlled access to shared resources
subtype: dedicated_file_server (computer science) a file server that can be used only as a file server
subtype: non-dedicated_file_server (computer science) a file server that can be used simultaneously as a workstation
subtype: mainframe_computer__mainframecomputer__mainframe a large digital computer serving 100-400 users and occupying a special air-conditioned room
subtype: minicomputer a digital computer of medium size
subtype: multiprocessor a computer that uses two or more processing units under integrated control
subtype: personal_computer__PC__microcomputer a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
subtype: desktop_computer__desktopcomputer a personal computer small enough to fit conveniently in an individual workspace
subtype: portable_computer a personal computer that can easily be carried by hand
subtype: briefcase_computer__briefcasecomputer a portable computer housed in a box that resembles a briefcase
subtype: hand-held_computer a portable computer small enough to be carried in your pocket
subtype: laptop_computer__laptop a portable computer small enough to use in your lap
subtype: notebook_computer__notebook a small compact portable computer
subtype: von_Neumann_machine any digital computer incorporating the ideas of stored programs and serial counters that were proposed in 1946 by von Neumann and his colleagues
subtype: workstation a desktop digital computer that is conventionally considered to be more powerful than a microcomputer
subtype: node.electronic_computer__client__guest (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
subtype: number_cruncher a computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second
subtype: pari-mutuel_machine__totalizer__totaliser__totalizator__totalisator computer that registers bets and divides the total amount bet among those who won
subtype: predictor a computer for controlling antiaircraft fire that computes the position of an aircraft at the instant of a shell's arrival
subtype: server.electronic_computer__host (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network
subtype: Turing_machine a hypothetical computer with an infinitely long memory tape
subtype: web_site__website__internetsite__site a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web; "the Israeli web site was damaged by hostile hackers"
subtype: concrete_mixer__cement_mixer a machine with a large revolving drum in which cement is mixed with other materials to make concrete
subtype: corker a machine that is used to put corks in bottles
subtype: cotton_gin__gin a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers
subtype: decoder a machine that converts a coded text into ordinary language
subtype: farm_machine a machine used in farming
subtype: cultivator__tiller a farm implement used to break up the surface of the soil (for aeration and weed control and conservation of moisture)
subtype: harrow a cultivator that pulverizes or smoothes the soil
subtype: disk_harrow__disc_harrow a harrow with a series of disks set on edge at an angle
subtype: harvester__reaper farm machine that gathers a food crop from the fields
subtype: reaper_binder__binder a machine that cuts grain and binds it in sheaves
subtype: combine harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field
subtype: header.harvester a machine that cuts the heads off grain and moves them into a wagon
subtype: haymaker__hay_conditioner__hayconditioner a farm machine that treats hay to cause more rapid and even drying
subtype: thresher__thrasher__threshing_machine__threshingmachine a farm machine for separating seeds or grain from the husks and straw
subtype: franking_machine a machine that automatically stamps letters or packages passing through it and computes the total charge
subtype: hop-picker__hoppicker__hopper a machine used for picking hops
subtype: machinery machines or machine systems collectively
subtype: enginery machinery consisting of engines collectively
subtype: machine_tool__machinetool a powered machine for cutting or shaping or finishing metals or other materials
subtype: grinder a machine tool that polishes metal
subtype: shaping_machine__shaper a machine tool for shaping metal or wood
subtype: lathe machine tool for shaping metal or wood; the workpiece turns about a horizontal axis against a fixed tool
subtype: bench_lathe__benchlathe lathe mounted on a workbench
subtype: milling_machine__millingmachine__miller machine tool in which metal that is secured to a carriage is fed against rotating cutters that shape it
subtype: milking_machine__milkingmachine machine consisting of a suction apparatus for milking cows mechanically
subtype: mill__grinder machine that processes materials by grinding or crushing
subtype: cider_mill__cidermill mill that extracts juice from apples to make apple cider
subtype: coffee_mill__coffee_grinder a mill that grinds roasted coffee beans
subtype: flour_mill__flourmill a mill for grinding grain into flour
subtype: gristmill a mill for grinding grain (especially the customer's own grain)
subtype: meat_grinder.mill__meatgrinder a mill for grinding meat
subtype: pepper_mill__pepper_grinder a mill for grinding pepper
subtype: quern a primitive stone mill for grinding corn by hand
subtype: spicemill a mill for grinding spices
subtype: treadwheel__treadmill a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps
subtype: water_mill__watermill a mill powered by a water wheel
subtype: windmill a mill that is powered by the wind
subtype: motor machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
subtype: electric_motor a motor that converts electricity to mechanical work
subtype: starter_motor__startermotor__starter__startingmotor an electric motor for starting an engine
subtype: kick_starter__kick_start a starter (as on a motorcycle) that is activated with the foot and the weight of the body
subtype: self-starter an electric starting motor that automatically starts an internal-combustion engine
subtype: synchronous_motor__synchronousmotor electric motor in which the speed of rotation is proportional to the frequency of the A.C. power
subtype: wiper_motor__wipermotor electric motor that moves the windshield wiper
subtype: engine motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
subtype: aircraft_engine the engine that powers and aircraft
subtype: automobile_engine the engine that propels an automobile
subtype: auxiliary_engine__auxiliaryengine__donkey_engine a small engine (as one used on board ships to operate a windlass)
subtype: generator engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction
subtype: alternator an old term for an electric generator that produces alternating current (especially in automobiles)
subtype: dynamo generator consisting of a coil (the armature) that rotates between the poles of an electromagnet (the field magnet) causing a current to flow in the armature
subtype: magneto__magnetoelectric_machine__magnetoelectricmachine a small dynamo with a secondary winding that produces a high voltage enabling a spark to jump between the poles of a spark plug in a gasoline engine
subtype: turbogenerator generator consisting of a steam turbine coupled to an electric generator for the production of electric power
subtype: aerogenerator__windmill__wind_generator generator that extracts usable energy from winds
subtype: heat_engine any engine that makes use of heat to do work
subtype: external-combustion_engine a heat engine in which ignition occurs outside the chamber (cylinder or turbine) in which heat is converted to mechanical energy
subtype: steam_engine__steamengine external-combustion engine in which heat is used to raise steam which either turns a turbine or forces a piston to move up and down in a cylinder
subtype: internal-combustion_engine__ICE a heat engine in which combustion occurs inside the engine rather than in a separate furnace; heat expands a gas that either moves a piston or turns a gas turbine
subtype: diesel_engine__diesel__diesel_motor an internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil
subtype: four-stroke_engine__four-stroke_internal-combustion_engine an internal-combustion engine in which an explosive mixture is drawn into the cylinder on the first stroke and is compressed and ignited on the second stroke; work is done on the third stroke and the products of combustion are exhausted on the fourth stroke
subtype: gas_engine__gasengine an internal-combustion engine similar to a gasoline engine but using natural gas instead of gasoline vapor
subtype: gasoline_engine an internal-combustion engine that burns gasoline; most automobiles are driven by gasoline engines
subtype: put-put__putput (informal) a small gasoline engine (as on motor boat)
subtype: outboard_motor__outboard internal-combustion engine that mounts at stern of small boat
subtype: radial_engine__rotary_engine an internal-combustion engine having cylinders arranged radially around a central crankcase
subtype: reciprocating_engine__reciprocatingengine an internal-combustion engine in which the crankshaft is turned by pistons moving up and down in cylinders
subtype: rotary_engine an internal-combustion engine in which power is transmitted directly to rotating components
subtype: turbine rotary engine in which the kinetic energy of a moving fluid is converted into mechanical energy by causing a bladed rotor to rotate
subtype: gas_turbine__gasturbine turbine that converts the chemical energy of a liquid fuel into mechanical energy by internal combustion; gaseous products of the fuel (which is burned in compressed air) are expanded through a turbine
subtype: hydroelectric_turbine__hydroelectricturbine turbine consisting of a large and efficient version of a water wheel used to drive an electric generator
subtype: Francis_turbine a type of hydroelectric turbine
subtype: impulse_turbine__impulseturbine a turbine that is driven by jets direct against the blades
subtype: reaction_turbine a turbine with blades arranged to develop torque from gradual decrease of steam pressure from inlet to exhaust
subtype: steam_turbine__steamturbine turbine in which steam strikes blades and makes them turn
subtype: Wankel_engine__Wankel_rotary_engine__epitrochoidal_engine__epitrochoidalengine a rotary engine that is a four-stroke internal-combustion engine without reciprocating parts
subtype: valve-in-head_engine internal-combustion engine having both inlet and exhaust valves located in the cylinder head
subtype: reaction-propulsion_engine__reaction_engine a jet or rocket engine based on a form of aerodynamic propulsion in which the vehicle emits a high-speed stream
subtype: ion_engine__ionengine a type of reaction-propulsion engine to propel rockets in space; a stream of positive ions is accelerated to a high velocity by an electric field
subtype: jet_engine__jetengine a gas turbine produces a stream of hot gas that propels a jet plane by reaction propulsion
subtype: ramjet_engine__ramjet__atherodyde__athodyd__flying_drainpipe a simple type of jet engine; must be launched at high speed
subtype: rocket_engine__rocket a jet engine containing its own propellant and driven by reaction propulsion
subtype: takeoff_booster__takeoffbooster__booster__booster_rocket__boosterrocket__booster_unit__boosterunit__multistage_rocket__takeoff_rocket__takeoffrocket the first stage of a multistage rocket
subtype: nuclear_rocket__nuclearrocket a rocket engine in which a nuclear reactor is used to heat a propellant
subtype: retrorocket a small rocket engine on a larger rocket or spacecraft that is fired to slow or alter its course
subtype: space_rocket__spacerocket a rocket powerful enough to travel into outer space
subtype: thruster a small rocket engine that provides the thrust needed to maneuver a spacecraft
subtype: turbojet_engine__turbojet__turbofan__turbofan_engine jet engine in which a turbine drives air to the burner
subtype: pavior__paviour__paving_machine a machine for laying pavement
subtype: perpetual_motion_machine a machine that can continue to do work indefinitely without drawing energy from some external source; impossible under the law of conservation of energy
subtype: pile_driver a machine that drives piling into the ground
subtype: power_shovel__powershovel__excavator__digger__shovel a machine for excavating
subtype: backhoe an excavator whose shovel bucket is attached to a hinged boom and is drawn backward to move earth
subtype: dredge a power shovel to remove material from a channel or riverbed
subtype: steam_shovel__steamshovel a power shovel that is driven by steam
subtype: power_tool__powertool a tool driven by a motor
subtype: polisher__buffer a power tool used to buff surfaces
subtype: burr.power_tool rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece
subtype: drum_sander__electric_sander__sander__smoother a power tool used for sanding wood; a loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor
subtype: power_hammer__powerhammer__hammer a power tool for drilling rocks
subtype: air_hammer__airhammer__jackhammer__pneumatic_hammer__pneumatichammer a hammer driven by compressed air
subtype: electric_hammer a hammer driven by electric motor
subtype: triphammer a massive power hammer; raised by a cam until released to fall under gravity
subtype: planer__plane__planing_machine__planingmachine a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood
subtype: power_drill__powerdrill a power tool for making holes in hard materials
subtype: electric_drill__drill a rotating power drill powered by an electric motor
subtype: pneumatic_drill__pneumaticdrill a power drill powered by compressed air
subtype: power_saw__powersaw__saw__sawingmachine a power tool for cutting wood
subtype: bandsaw a toothed metal band driven by two wheels
subtype: chain_saw__chainsaw__chainsaw portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
subtype: circular_saw__buzz_saw a power saw that has a steel disk with cutting teeth on the periphery; rotates on a spindle
subtype: portable_saw a portable circular saw (with a hand grip)
subtype: gangsaw a power saw that has several parallel blades making simultaneous cuts
subtype: jigsaw__scroll_saw__fretsaw fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines
subtype: sawmill a large sawing machine
subtype: router a power tool with a shaped cutter; used in carpentry for cutting grooves
subtype: stamping_machine__stamper a power tool that stamps; "a metal stamper"
subtype: mechanical_press__press__pres any machine that exerts pressure to form or shape or cut materials or extract liquids or compress solids
subtype: cheese_press a press for shaping cheese curd
subtype: ciderpress a press that is used to extract the juice from apples
subtype: garlic_press a press for extracting juice from garlic
subtype: hydraulic_press__hydraulicpres press in which a force applied by a piston to a small area is transmitted through water to another piston having a large area
subtype: punch_press__punchpres a power driven press used to shape metal parts
subtype: bench_press.punch_press__benchpres a small punch press mounted on a workbench
subtype: winepress__winepres a press that is used to extract the juice from grapes
subtype: printing_press__press__pres a machine used for printing
subtype: rotary_press a printing press for printing from a revolving cylinder
subtype: standing_press a large printing press that exerts pressure vertically
subtype: printing_machine__printer a machine that prints
subtype: addressing_machine__Addressograph a printer that automatically prints addresses on letters for mailing
subtype: character_printer__characterprinter__character-at-a-time_printer__serial_printer a printer that prints a single character at a time
subtype: daisywheel_printer a printer that uses a daisy print wheel
subtype: teletypewriter__teleprinter__teletype_machine__telex__telex_machine a character printer connected to a telegraph that operates like a typewriter
subtype: stock_ticker__stockticker character printer that automatically prints stock quotations on tickertape
subtype: typewriter hand-operated character printer for printing written messages one character at a time
subtype: electric_typewriter a typewriter powered by an electric motor
subtype: portable a small light typewriter; usually with a case in which it can be carried
subtype: electrostatic_printer__electrostaticprinter a printer that uses an electric charge to deposit toner on paper
subtype: laser_printer__laserprinter electrostatic printer that focuses a laser beam to form images that are transferred to paper electrostatically
subtype: impact_printer a printer that prints by mechanical impacts
subtype: bar_printer__barprinter an impact printer that uses a bar to carry the type slugs
subtype: chain_printer__chainprinter an impact printer that carries the type slugs by links of a revolving chain
subtype: wire_matrix_printer__wire_printer__stylus_printer an impact printer in which each character is represented by a pattern of dots made by wires or styli
subtype: line_printer__line-at-a-time_printer printer that serves as an output device on a computer; prints a whole line of characters at a time
subtype: drum_printer a line printer in which the type is mounted on a rotating drum that contains a full character set for each printing position
subtype: page_printer__page-at-a-time_printer a printer that prints one page at a time
subtype: xerographic_printer__xerographicprinter a page printer that uses the xerographic process
subtype: thermal_printer a printer that produces characters by applying heat to special paper that is sensitive to heat
subtype: typesetting_machine__typesettingmachine a printer that sets textual material in type
subtype: Linotype_machine__Linotype (trade mark) a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that casts an entire line as a single slug of metal
subtype: monotype a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that sets separate characters
subtype: record_player__phonograph machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically
subtype: acoustic_gramophone__gramophone an antique record player; the sound of the vibrating needle is amplified acoustically
subtype: Victrola (trademark) a brand of gramophone
subtype: jukebox__nickelodeon a cabinet containing an automatic record player; records are played by inserting a coin
subtype: riveting_machine__riveter__rivetter a machine for driving rivets
subtype: self-feeder__feeder a machine that automatically provides a supply of some material (especially one that discharges feed into a trough for livestock)
subtype: simulator a machine that simulates an environment for the purpose of training or research
subtype: flight_simulator__trainer simulator consisting of a machine on the ground that simulates the conditions of flying a plane
subtype: Link_trainer (trademark) an early form of flight simulator
subtype: slicer.machine a machine for cutting; usually with a revolving blade
subtype: slot_machine__coin_machine a machine that is operated by the insertion of a coin in a slot
subtype: one-armed_bandit__onearmedbandit__slot a slot machine that is used for gambling; "they spend hours and hours just playing the slots"
subtype: vending_machine__vendingmachine a slot machine for selling goods
subtype: automat.vending_machine a vending machine from which you can get food
subtype: snow_thrower__snow_blower a machine that removes snow by scooping it up and throwing it forcefully through a chute
subtype: sorter a machine for sorting things (such as punched cards or letters) into classes
subtype: mailsorter a sorter for sorting mail according to the address
subtype: stamp.machine__pestle machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores
subtype: stapler__stapling_machine a machine that inserts staples into sheets of paper in order to fasten them together
subtype: textile_machine__textilemachine a machine for making textiles
subtype: knitting_machine a textile machine that makes knitted fabrics
subtype: loom a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile
subtype: carpet_loom a loom for weaving carpeting
subtype: figure_loom__figured-fabric_loom a loom for weaving figured fabrics
subtype: handloom a loom powered by hand
subtype: high-warp_loom a handloom in which the warp is carried vertically; for weaving tapestry
subtype: low-warp-loom a handloom in which the warp is carried horizontally; for weaving tapestry
subtype: Jacquard_loom a loom with an attachment for forming openings for the passage of the shuttle between the warp threads
subtype: power_loom__powerloom a loom operated mechanically
subtype: sewing_machine a textile machine used as a home appliance for sewing
subtype: serger a sewing machine that overcasts the raw edges of a fabric with a V-shaped stitch
subtype: spinning_machine a textile machine for spinning yarn and thread
subtype: spinning_frame spinning machine that draws, twists, and winds yarn
subtype: spinning_jenny an early spinning machine with multiple spindles
subtype: spinning_wheel a small domestic spinning machine with a single spindle that is driven by hand or foot
subtype: throstle a spinning machine formerly used to twist and wind fibers of cotton or wool continuously
subtype: willow a textile machine having a system of revolving spikes for opening and cleaning raw textile fibers
subtype: time_machine a science fiction machine that is supposed to transport people or objects into the past or the future
subtype: trimmer a machine that trims timber
subtype: workhorse.machine machine that performs dependably under heavy use; "the IBM main frame computers have been the workhorse of the business world"
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