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mechanics

Pronunciation: /mɪˈkanɪks/
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Definition of mechanics

noun

  • 1 [treated as singular] the branch of applied mathematics dealing with motion and forces producing motion: the laws of mechanics and electricity predicted that the electrons would spiral inward until they collided with the nucleus
  • 2the machinery or working parts of something:he looks at the mechanics of a car before the bodywork
  • the practical study of machinery: skills like carpentry, motor mechanics, and electrics
  • the way in which something is done or operated:the mechanics of cello playing

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