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mechanism

/ˈmɛkənɪzəm/

/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

Translations

mechanismnoun

mechanisms

/ˈmɛkənɪzəm/

/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

The clock's mechanism is very intricate.

Механизм часов очень сложный.

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Synonyms

mechanismadjective

/ˈmɛk.ə.nɪ.zəm/

/ˈmɛk.əˌnɪz.əm/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "mechanism design").

mechanismnoun

A system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery.

The clock's mechanism was intricate and required careful handling.

A natural or established process by which something takes place or is brought about.

The mechanism of photosynthesis is essential for plant life.

A method or process for achieving something.

The company developed a new mechanism for improving customer service.

A mental process that occurs unconsciously to protect an individual from anxiety or stress.

Denial is a common defense mechanism used to cope with difficult situations.

(Philosophy) The doctrine that all natural phenomena are explainable by physical causes and mechanical laws.

During the Enlightenment, mechanism gained popularity as an explanation for how the universe functions.

mechanismadjective

Attributive, before another noun: relating to or intended for a mechanism or machinery.

The team analyzed several mechanism components for potential faults.