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mach·i·na·tion
\ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˈnāshən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Latin machination-, machinatio, from machinatus + -ion-, -io -ion
1. : an act or instance of machinating
2. : a scheming or crafty action, subtle maneuver, or artful design intended to accomplish some end; especially : one regarded as evil or reprehensible — usually used in plural
< thwart the vast insidious machinations of some baffled fiend — George Santayana >
3. obsolete : use or construction of machinery; also : a mechanical appliance
Synonyms: see plot |