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entity go
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)

physical entity go
an entity that has physical existence

object, physical object go
a tangible and visible entity

whole, unit go
an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity

artifact, artefact go
a man-made object taken as a whole

instrumentation, instrumentality go
an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end

device go
an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

machine go
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

textile machine go
a machine for making textiles

spinning machine
a textile machine for spinning yarn and thread

noun.artifact

4 Subcategories

spinning frame go
spinning machine that draws, twists, and winds yarn
spinning jenny go
an early spinning machine with multiple spindles
spinning wheel go
a small domestic spinning machine with a single spindle that is driven by hand or foot
throstle go
a spinning machine formerly used to twist and wind fibers of cotton or wool continuously