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simple machine

sim·ple ma·chine (plural sim·ple ma·chines)


noun 
Definition:
 
basic elementary machine: each of the six devices formerly considered to be the basic components from which all machines were composed. They were the inclined plane, lever, pulley, screw, wedge, and wheel and axle.

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