pinball machine

noun

1. the tablelike, usually coin-operated machine on which pinball is played.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pinball machine¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

El Atacor #1 is frequented by kids from the neighborhood, who play with the vintage pinball machines, and drunken overflow from one of the bars down the street.

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But her ability to manage her finances is not your responsibility, and we risk embroiling you further in her emotional blackmail and psychological pinball machine by discussing her money troubles.

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And while claw gizmos and plastic figurines aren’t my thing, I understand their popularity and wouldn’t mind their presence if there was a greater supply of old-school games, and perhaps some pinball machines.

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The complex even boasted a Las Vegas Room, complete with pinball machines and other games of chance.

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The original 1993 Broadway musical, with its flying Tommy and galloping pinball machine, was a visual groundbreaker, warmed by excellent performances.

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