Mechanisms: meaning, definitions and examples

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mechanisms

[ ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəmz ]

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study

The parts or steps that make up a complex system or process.

Synonyms

components, elements, parts

Examples of usage

Understanding the mechanisms behind climate change is crucial for finding solutions.
The mechanisms of action for this new drug are still being researched.

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engineering

The mechanical devices or systems that are used to achieve a particular purpose.

Synonyms

apparatus, devices, machinery

Examples of usage

The clock's mechanisms were intricate and delicate.
The car's braking mechanism malfunctioned, causing an accident.

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biology

The processes or systems within an organism that allow it to function.

Synonyms

functions, processes, systems

Examples of usage

The mechanisms of photosynthesis in plants are fascinating.
The immune system has complex mechanisms for fighting off infections.

Translations

Translations of the word "mechanisms" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mecanismos

🇮🇳 तंत्र

🇩🇪 Mechanismen

🇮🇩 mekanisme

🇺🇦 механізми

🇵🇱 mechanizmy

🇯🇵 メカニズム (mekanizumu)

🇫🇷 mécanismes

🇪🇸 mecanismos

🇹🇷 mekanizmalar

🇰🇷 메커니즘 (mekeonijeum)

🇸🇦 آليات (āliyāt)

🇨🇿 mechanismy

🇸🇰 mechanizmy

🇨🇳 机制 (jīzhì)

🇸🇮 mehanizmi

🇮🇸 vélbúnaður

🇰🇿 механизмдер

🇬🇪 მექანიზმები (mekanizmebi)

🇦🇿 mexanizmlər

🇲🇽 mecanismos

Word origin

The word 'mechanisms' originated from the Greek word 'mēkhanē' meaning 'contrivance' or 'machine.' It entered the English language in the early 17th century, evolving to refer to the parts or steps that make up a complex system or process. Over time, its usage expanded to include mechanical devices, systems, and biological functions.