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simple machine

/ˈsɪmpəl məˈʃiːn/

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B1formalcommontechnical/ˈsɪmpəl məˈʃiːn/

A basic mechanical device that changes the direction or magnitude of a force, typically used to make work easier. The six classical simple machines are the lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, and screw.

  • 🇷🇺Базовое механическое устройство, которое изменяет направление или величину силы, обычно используемое для облегчения работы. Шесть классических простых механизмов: рычаг, колесо и ось, блок, наклонная плоскость, клин и винт.
  1. Basic mechanical device B1 formal

    A basic mechanical device that changes the direction or magnitude of a force, typically with no moving parts.

    • A lever is a simple machine that helps lift heavy objects.
    • The wheel and axle is another example of a simple machine.
    • Students learned about the six types of simple machines in class.

    🇷🇺Простой механизм