sorter vs machine

machine vs sorter

sorter and machine both are nouns.

sorter is not a verb while machine is a verb.

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

As nouns, machine is a hypernym of sorter; that is, machine is a word with a broader meaning than sorter:

sorter: a machine for sorting things (such as punched cards or letters) into classes
machine: any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

sorter (noun)	machine (noun)
a machine for sorting things (such as punched cards or letters) into classes	any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
a clerk who sorts things (as letters at the post office)	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

sorter (verb)	machine (verb)
	make by machinery
	turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery

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