Machinery — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /mə-ˈshē-nə-rē/ ma·chin·ery

Meaning & Definition of Machinery

Machinery (noun)

  1. machines in general or as a functioning unit
  2. the working parts of a machine
  3. the means or system by which something is kept in action or a desired result is obtained

Machinery (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something used to achieve an end

    "sincerely believes that the machinery of government can be used to better people's lives"

    similar: agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means, medium, ministry, organ, vehicle
    related: determinant, expedient, factor, influence, ingredient, mechanism, tool, weapon, activator, animator, catalyst, driver, energizer, executor, generator, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, instigator, launcher, mover, power, stimulus, trigger, antecedent, cause, occasion, reason, subagency, subagent

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Machinery

The most common words with a similar meaning to Machinery:

agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means, medium, ministry, organ, vehicle

Related Words for Machinery

determinant, expedient, factor, influence, ingredient, mechanism, tool, weapon, activator, animator, catalyst, driver, energizer, executor, generator, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, instigator, launcher, mover, power, stimulus, trigger, antecedent, cause, occasion, reason, subagency

Word Forms of Machinery

Inflections: machineries

Origin & Etymology of Machinery

First known use: 1731

Frequently Asked Questions about Machinery

What does "Machinery" mean?

"Machinery" means machines in general or as a functioning unit. As a noun, it is defined as: machines in general or as a functioning unit.

What is another word for "Machinery"?

Other words for "Machinery" include agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means, medium, ministry and organ. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Machinery" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Machinery"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Machinery". Common alternatives include agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means, medium, ministry, organ and vehicle.

How do you use "Machinery" in a sentence?

Examples of "Machinery" in a sentence: "sincerely believes that the machinery of government can be used to better people's lives".

Is "Machinery" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Machinery" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Machinery"?

"Machinery" is pronounced /mə-ˈshē-nə-rē/ and divided into syllables as ma·chin·ery.

What is the origin of the word "Machinery"?

First known use: 1731.

What is another word for "Machinery" meaning "something used to achieve an end"?

When "Machinery" (noun) means something used to achieve an end, synonyms include agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means and medium.