machine tool

• IPA^(key): /məˈʃiːn ˈtuːl/
• AHD format: mə-shēnʹ-to͞ol'

machine tool (plural machine tools)

1. (mechanical engineering) A tool, typically a power-driven machine and typically stationary, used especially for machining (removing hard material via cutting, grinding, or other subtractive processes) and (more broadly) for any mix of subtractive, forming/stamping, or additive work.

• tool

• drill press, grinding machine, hobber, jig borer, lathe, machining center (horizontal machining center or vertical machining center), milling machine, planer, shaper, slotter, screw machine, turning center

• hand tool
• power tool

• machine-tooled