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Frisch's, Skyline Chili, Graeter's, Wendy's and even a Subway vending machine are all on the menu.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 10 Nov. 2024
The airport has about 20 dining offerings, including Farmer's Fridge vending machines and Starbucks.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
But now, instead of offering snacks or drinks, this vending machine dispenses… puppies for adoption.
—Prince Ghuman, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Look for the oyster vending machines, too (the oysters are sold closed, so be prepared to shuck).
—Jo Rodgers, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
circa 1895, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of vending machine was
circa 1895
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“Vending machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vending%20machine. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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vending machine
noun
: a machine from which one may get merchandise after putting in coins
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