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- Dictionarymechanism/ˈmɛkənɪz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. a system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery: "a third motor powers the tape eject mechanism" Similar
- 2. a natural or established process by which something takes place or is brought about: "the immune system's mechanism for detecting pathogens" Similar
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MECHANISM definition: 1. a part of a machine, or a set of parts that work together: 2. a way of doing something that is…. Learn more.
: a doctrine that holds natural processes (as of life) to be mechanically determined and capable of complete explanation by the laws of physics and chemistry. 4. : the fundamental processes involved in or responsible for an action, reaction, or other natural phenomenon.
Mechanism definition: an assembly of moving parts performing a complete functional motion, often being part of a large machine; linkage.. See examples of MECHANISM used in a sentence.
Definition of mechanism noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
MECHANISM meaning: 1. a part of a machine, or a set of parts that work together: 2. a way of doing something that is…. Learn more.
A mechanism is a system or structure of moving parts that performs a particular function, especially in a machine. A chain drive is a mechanism consisting of a chain or chains for transmitting power.
Use the word mechanism to describe a process that has been set up to accomplish a particular goal. If you’ve set up a method for dealing with your sister when she annoys you, then you have a mechanism in place for establishing peace with your sister.
