machine vs forge

forge vs machine

machine and forge both are nouns.

machine and forge both are verbs.

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

As verbs, forge is a hypernym of machine; that is, forge is a word with a broader meaning than machine:

machine: turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery
forge: make something, usually for a specific function

Other hypernyms of machine include form, mold, mould, shape, work.

machine (noun)	forge (noun)
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks	a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine	furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping
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

machine (verb)	forge (verb)
make by machinery	create by hammering
turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery	make a copy of with the intent to deceive
	make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
	make something, usually for a specific function
	come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
	move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy
	move ahead steadily

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