cowl vs machine

cowl and machine both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cowl	Yes	No	Yes	No
machine	Yes	No	Yes	No

cowl (noun)	machine (noun)
protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine	any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
a loose hood or hooded robe (as worn by a monk)	a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
	a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point
	a group that controls the activities of a political party
	an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently
	an efficient person

cowl (verb)	machine (verb)
cover with or as with a cowl	make by machinery
	turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery