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machine
/məʃin/
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1 · noun
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
齿轮；机器；机
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Dust in the gears gummed up the machine.
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齿轮里的灰尘把机器卡住了。
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