| NOUN | artifact | simple machine, machine | a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point |
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| Meaning | A device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point. | |
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| Synonym | machine | |
| Narrower | inclined plane | A simple machine for elevating objects |
| lever | A simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum | |
| pulley, pulley-block, pulley block, block | A simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope | |
| wheel | A simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines) | |
| Broader | mechanical device | mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles |
| Spanish | máquina, máquina simple | |
| Catalan | màquina | |
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