mechanism

C1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛkənɪzm/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

(within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.

2 Definition

Any combination of cams, gears, links, belts, chains and logical mechanical elements.

3 Definition

A group of entities, such as objects, that interact together.

Example Sentences
  • political machine
4 Definition

A mental, physical or chemical process.

5 Definition

Any process of, or system designed to manage useful energy conversion.

6 Definition

The theory that all natural phenomena can be explained by physical causes.