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mechanics

noun
/məˈkænɪks/

Meaning

the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works

Example Sentences

He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it.

Example Expressions

the mechanics of something

Synonyms

dynamics, kinematics, operation, process, functioning

Antonyms

chaos, disorder

Collocations

basic mechanics, study mechanics, mechanics of motion, mechanics of writing

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