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/məˈtʃiːnɪŋ/ · ma.chi.ning
verb
  1. To make by machinery. The factory uses machining to produce complex components for the aerospace industry.
  2. To shape or finish by machinery. The machinist carefully machined the metal to achieve a precise fit.
noun
  1. The act or process of machining, of manufacturing or finishing by machine. The company's machining department is responsible for producing high-quality parts for the automotive industry.
Did you know? The term 'machining' is closely related to the development of the Industrial Revolution, which saw the introduction of machines and mass production techniques that transformed the way goods were made and consumed.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026