"machine head" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: machine heads [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} machine head (plural machine heads)
  1. (music) A geared apparatus for tuning stringed instruments by adjusting the tension of the strings. Categories (topical): Music Related terms: headstock
    Sense id: en-machine_head-en-noun-MZnvABK~ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

Inflected forms

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