machinelike

[ muh-sheen-lahyk ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

like a machine, as in regular movement or uniform pattern of operation:
to conduct business with machinelike efficiency.

First recorded in 1690–1700; machine + -like

The only fault to find with these garments is their machinelike cut.

Even that, however, in a person whose machinelike attitude towards her provoked her resentment, was noticeable.

The place was set on fire with help of machinelike bicycle pumps with which many of the soldiers were furnished.

Its huge multiple eyes stared with machinelike preoccupation at the world.

It was super-machinelike, and it helped to crush out the glimmering bit of soul that was all that was left him from former life.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse