| 释义 |
ma·chin·ery
\məˈshēn(ə)rē, -ri\ noun
(-es)
Etymology: machine (I) + -ery
1. : machines as a functioning unit: as
a. obsolete : a setup of machines for producing theatrical stage effects
b.
(1) : the constituent parts of a machine or instrument : works
< a fine watch with precise and delicate machinery >
(2) : equipment, stock, or range of machines
< the machinery at the mill >
< modern textile machinery >
c. archaic : the machines introduced into a literary work (as a poem)
2.
a. : the means and appliances by which something is kept in action or a desired result is obtained
< the machinery of the human body >
< the machinery of communications >
b. : the system of instrumentalities and organized activities by means of which an organization functions or a social or other process is carried on
< the complex machinery of modern society >
< the machinery of negotiation >
especially : the apparatus of government
< the United Nations set up machinery for mediation >
Synonyms: see equipment |