mechanism

Meanings

• noun

  A machine, especially a complex one. A method or process, often a series of mechanical actions, for achieving something.

  - "The car is a complex mechanism with many moving parts."
  - "The mechanism for assembling the product is quite efficient."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmɛkənɪzm/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mechanism
technique , machine , mechanic

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Variants

List of all variants of mechanism that leads to same result
mechanism , mechanisms , defense mechanism , defense mechanisms , escape mechanism , escape mechanisms , survival mechanism

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'mechane' meaning 'machine'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'mechanism' was in 1580 by the philosopher Thomas Harriot.

2. The largest mechanical clock in the world is the 'Great Clock of Strasbourg' in France, which is over 10 meters tall.

3. The human body is a complex mechanism with over 60,000 miles of blood vessels.

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Related Concepts

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1. Machine: A mechanical or electronic device that performs a certain function, often automatically.

2. Mechanical engineering: A branch of engineering that deals with the design, construction, and operation of mechanical systems.

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Culture

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Mechanisms have been a significant part of human history, from ancient Greek theatres and Roman aqueducts to modern industrial machinery and computers. They have been celebrated in literature and art, with famous examples including Leonardo da Vinci's designs and Charles Dickens' 'Hard Times'.

How to Memorize "mechanism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a machine or complex system in your mind.
   - Visualize the parts moving and working together.
   - Create a mental image of a mechanism in action.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mechanism' with 'machine'.
   - Think of a machine every time you hear the word 'mechanism'.
   - Create a mental link between the two words.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym M-E-C-H-A-N-I-S-M to remember 'Machine, Efficient, Complex, Hierarchical, Automated, Networked, Integrated, System, Mechanical'.
   - Create a memorable phrase or sentence that includes the word 'mechanism'.

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