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pinball machine

noun

  1. the tablelike, usually coin-operated machine on which pinball is played.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of pinball machine1

First recorded in 1935–40

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Example Sentences

At its best, the education “system” is about as organized as a pinball machine.

It seems just the sort of place that ought to have a pinball machine, and it turns out it did, until just two months ago.

Resolutely, Bart turned his back on the bewitching colors, and bent over the pinball machine.

We just did a test yesterday and if he inspects this place now, we won't get enough money to build a pinball machine.

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