English Explanatory Dictionary

machine tool

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A tool, typically a power-driven machine and typically stationary, used especially for machining (removing hard material via cutting, grinding, or other subtractive processes) and (more broadly) for any mix of subtractive, forming/stamping, or additive work.

Pronunciation

/məˈʃiːn ˈtuːl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-machine tool.wav

Word forms

machine tool machine tools
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