using the pronoune "her" to refer to a machine

[EndlessHope]

Hi,
is it okay to use the pronoune "her" to refer to a machine or vehicle? are you sure I won't be laughed at? :roll:

Example: He would get up early Sunday mornings, fire up the lawnmower, and let her rip.
Thank you.
Endless Hope

[Milanya]

It is quite normal to refer to a vehicle as a female (especilly to a vessel).
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[EndlessHope]

Thank you, Milanya.