simple machine
ˈsɪmpəl məˈʃiːn
Definition

Definition of simple machine - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

physics mechanicsTECH.basic device changing force direction or strengthTECH.
  • A lever is a simple machine.
  • A pulley is another type of simple machine.
  • Simple machines make lifting heavy objects easier.
lever mechanical device
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  • simple machine: basic device changing force direction or strength
    basic device changing force direction or strength

Expressions with simple

simple asadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions were simple as, so anyone could follow them.
keep it simplev.
reduce complexity so something is clearer and easier to do
When explaining the rules, keep it simple and skip the extra details.
simple as 123adj.
very easy to do or understand
This math problem is simple as 123.
as simple as can beadj.
extremely easy to understand or do
The instructions are as simple as can be.
pure and simpleadj.
straightforward without any complications
His explanation was pure and simple.
simple as thatadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions are simple as that, anyone can follow them.

Expressions with machine

money machinen.
automated teller machine dispensing cash
I need to find a money machine to withdraw cash.
killing machinen.
person or animal extremely effective at injuring or killing others
On the field, the boxer seemed like a relentless killing machine.
well-greased machinen.
something operating smoothly and efficiently
The new software system runs like a well-greased machine.
well-oiled machinen.
something that operates smoothly and efficiently
The team worked together like a well-oiled machine.
become a machinev.
start working with extreme efficiency and precision
During the project, she became a machine.
lean, mean machinen.
person or thing that is tough and aggressive
The boxer is a lean, mean machine in the ring.
cog in the machinen.
someone with a minor but necessary role
As a junior employee, she was just a cog in the machine.
like a well-oiled machineadv.
working smoothly and efficiently without problems
The team worked like a well-oiled machine to finish the project on time.
fine-tuned machinen.
system operating smoothly and efficiently
The new software runs like a fine-tuned machine.
money-making machinen.
person or thing that earns a lot of money easily
That new app is a real money-making machine.

Terms related to simple machine

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axlefulcrumgearinclinepulleywedgewheel

Terms with simple machine included in their meaning

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screwn.
mechanics
simple machine that converts rotational into linear motion
wheel and axlen.
mechanics
simple machine with a wheel turning an axle
Rube Goldberg machinen.
complex machine
comical, overcomplicated machine performing a simple task
inclined planen.
mechanics
simple machine consisting of a sloping surface
handloomn.
weaving
simple machine used for weaving by hand

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  1. French:machine simple, ...
  2. German:einfache Maschine, ...
  3. Italian:macchina semplice, ...
  4. Spanish:máquina simple, ...
  5. Portuguese:máquina simples, ...
  6. Chinese:简单机械, ...
  7. Japanese:単純機械, ...
  8. Arabic:آلَة بَسِيطَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְכוֹנָה פְּשׁוּטָה, ...
  10. Russian:простое устройство, ...
  11. Ukrainian:проста машина, ...
  12. Hindi:सरल मशीन, ...

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