coin-operated

[koin-op-uh-rey-tid] /ˈkɔɪnˌɒp əˌreɪ tɪd/

adjective, Informal.

Also, coin-op

[koin-op] /ˈkɔɪnˌɒp/ (Show IPA). activated by inserting a coin or coins into a slot:

a coin-operated washing machine.

noun

a coin-operated machine.

a place with such machines, especially a self-service laundry.

Origin of coin-operated

1955-1960

First recorded in 1955-60

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A busted-but-playable, coin-operated pool table that no longer accepts any coins.

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