machinery
UK: məˈʃiːnəri | US: məˈʃiːnəri
n. machines or machine parts collectively
n. a system or organization functioning like a machine
n. the working parts of a machine
The word "machinery" derives from the Latin machina (meaning "device, engine"), which entered Middle English via Old French machine. The suffix -ery (from Old French -erie) denotes a collective or functional category, turning "machine" into a term for systems or groups of mechanical components. This reflects the Industrial Revolution's influence, where individual machines evolved into interconnected systems.
The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.
The machinery of government often operates slowly.
Regular maintenance is essential for heavy machinery.
The clock’s intricate machinery fascinated the engineer.
Agricultural machinery has revolutionized farming efficiency.