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System

SIH-stuhm

/ˈsɪstʌm/

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system

Dictionary meaning

Instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity.

Examples

  • I bought a new stereo system.
  • Exercise helped them get the alcohol out of their system.

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