coin machine
Americannoun
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a coin-operated machine, especially one for dispensing soft drinks, cigarettes, candy, etc.
Etymology
Origin of coin machine
First recorded in 1915–20
Example Sentences
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His initial plan was to haul the pennies to Coinstar, but the coin machine service charges a percentage of the total amount as a processing fee.
From New York Times
Watch the coin machine at your local supermarket.
From Washington Times
Lancaster says the coin machine was apparently dragged to the front door, where it was removed from the premises.
From Washington Times
Wells likes the straightforward nature of the coin machine.
From Los Angeles Times
The pennies were then poured into the coin machine with small plastic buckets.
From US News
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