Phrase guide

money machine

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A very profitable scheme or institution.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

One that disregards aesthetic or spiritual concerns in favour of making money.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: derogatory

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noun

Meaning 3

Synonym of automated teller machine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: New-Zealand, US

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Synonyms: automated teller machine

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History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Danish: pengemaskine — very profitable scheme or institution
  • Finnish: rahasampo — very profitable scheme or institution
  • Polish: maszynka do robienia pieniędzy — very profitable scheme or institution