machinery — machines collectively, especially those in a factory or used for a particular purpose
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: machines collectively, especially those in a factory or used for a particular purpose
Pronunciation (IPA): /məˈʃiːnəri/
Korean meaning: 기계류, 기계장치 (특히 공장이나 특정 목적으로 사용되는)
Korean pronunciation: 머-시-너-리 (강세: 시)
Example Sentences
- The coffee shop owner was proud of his expensive espresso machinery, until it broke down on the busiest morning of the year.
- Modern farming relies heavily on sophisticated machinery.
- The machinery of democracy requires active citizen participation.
machinery
NOUN//məˈʃiːnəri//
machines collectively, especially those in a factory or used for a particular purpose
Factory filled with industrial machines
Where machinery meets scenery!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
16세기 프랑스어 'machinerie'에서 유래되었으며, 이는 라틴어 'machina'(기계)에 집합명사를 만드는 접미사 '-ery'가 결합된 형태입니다. 산업혁명과 함께 기계들의 집합체를 가리키는 말로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The coffee shop owner was proud of his expensive espresso machinery, until it broke down on the busiest morning of the year.”
“Modern farming relies heavily on sophisticated machinery.”
“The machinery of democracy requires active citizen participation.”
“Safety training is essential before operating any heavy machinery.”
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