vending machine
noun/ˈvɛndɪŋ məˌʃiːn/
Etymology
This name for such a machine is attested since 1889. The concept of such a machine is centuries older (for more, see Wikipedia at vending machine § History).
Definitions
An automatic machine that dispenses merchandise (often food or beverages) in return for…
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).
- 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.
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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA