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Meaning of vending machine | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈvɛndɪŋ məˌʃiːn

Definitions

An automatic machine that dispenses merchandise (often food or beverages) in return for payment (originally coins; now also often paper money, credit cards, and wirelessly via digital payment apps).

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Examples

“Meronyms: bill acceptor, card swipe, change slot, coin return, coin slot, flavor strip”
“It is not clear to all operators of vending machines, though, that their future lies in dispensing meals, rather than snacks or candy.”
“Passengers may find themselves in a catch-22 situation, unable to buy a ticket for any number of reasons, ranging from an out-of-order ticket vending machine to a lengthy queue to use one, and yet then fall foul of the penalty fare regime.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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