mechanism — a system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmekəˌnɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- My brain's mechanism shuts down completely when I see math problems.
- The mechanism behind viral videos remains a mystery to most content creators.
- Scientists are studying the mechanism that makes teenagers sleep until noon.
mechanism
NOUN[/ˈmekəˌnɪzəm/]
a system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery
Scientists studied the mechanism behind how the machine worked.
Engineers explained the mechanism of the new device.
A precise mechanism led to innovation and better performance.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'mechanē' meaning 'machine' or 'device', derived from 'mēkhos' meaning 'means' or 'expedient'. The word entered English via Latin and French during the 16th century.
Breakdown
mechan- (Greek 'mechanē', machine) + -ism (suffix forming nouns denoting a system or practice) = mechanism
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📝Examples
“My brain's mechanism shuts down completely when I see math problems.”
“The mechanism behind viral videos remains a mystery to most content creators.”
“Scientists are studying the mechanism that makes teenagers sleep until noon.”
“The voting mechanism ensures fair elections in democratic countries.”
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