machine vs lever

lever vs machine

machine and lever both are nouns.

machine and lever both are verbs.

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

As nouns, lever is a hyponym of machine; that is, lever is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than machine:

machine: a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point
lever: a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum

Other hyponyms of machine include inclined plane, block, pulley-block, pulley, pulley block, wheel.

machine (noun)	lever (noun)
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks	a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine	a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock
a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point	a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
a group that controls the activities of a political party
an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently
an efficient person

machine (verb)	lever (verb)
make by machinery	to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery

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